Choose HL-L6400DW if you need:
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-L6400DW & HP M212dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-L6400DW and M212dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-L6400DW | M212dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | — |
| NFC | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC | — |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Mopria | Yes | — |
| Security Features | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 398.8 mm | 355.1 mm |
| Depth | 396.2 mm | 250 mm |
| Height | 287 mm | 205.45 mm |
| Weight | 13.3 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 700 W | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 7.2 W | — |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-L6400DW | Laserjet M212dw |
| Product Series | HL-L6400 Series | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-880 / TN-890 | W1340A/W1340X (North America, Australia, New Zealand); W1350A/W1350X (EEA, Switzerland, UK, Israel); W1360A/W1360X (other listed regions); W1370A/W1370X (China, India) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 12000 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 20000 pages | — |
| Drum Model | DR-890 | — |
| Drum Yield | 50000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); Executive; Legal; Letter |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes | Envelopes; Labels; Plain paper |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | — |
| Maximum Media Weight | 200 g/m² | — |
| Standard Input Capacity | 570 sheets | — |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 2650 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | — |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 52 ppm | — |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 24 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | — |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 150000 pages/month | — |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 10000 pages/month | — |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 512 MB | — |
| Maximum Memory | 512 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | PCLm |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
What is the difference between HL-L6400DW and M212dw?
HL-L6400DW and M212dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Print Resolution (HL-L6400DW: 1200 x 1200 dpi, M212dw: 600 x 600 dpi).
HL-L6400DW may suit users who need its differing values, while M212dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.