Choose MFC-7820N if you need:
- Higher Width: 432 mm vs 428 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7820N & MFC-7840N
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7820N and MFC-7840N within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7820N | MFC-7840N |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 432 mm | 428 mm |
| Depth | 395 mm | 396 mm |
| Height | 294 mm | 304 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 10 kg |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | 203 x 392 dpi | 203 x 392 dpi |
| Fax Memory | 500 pages | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | MFC-7820N | MFC-7840N |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-2000 | TN-2110, TN-2120 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2500 pages | 2600 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2000 | DR-2100 |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 12000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 69.9 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Thick, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Thick, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 161 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 600 x 2400 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 20 ppm | 22 ppm |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Print Languages | GDI, PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 20 cpm | 22 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 300 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Higher Depth: 396 mm vs 395 mm
- Higher Height: 304 mm vs 294 mm
- Higher Weight: 10 kg vs 9.5 kg
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 1000 pages
What is the difference between MFC-7820N and MFC-7840N?
MFC-7820N and MFC-7840N share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (2400 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-7820N: 20 ppm, MFC-7840N: 22 ppm).
MFC-7820N may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-7840N benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.