Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 1000 pages
- Higher ADF Capacity: 35 sheets vs 30 sheets
- Higher Black Print Speed A4: 22 ppm vs 20 ppm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7840N & MFC-8220
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and MFC-8220 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | MFC-8220 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 431 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 451 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 335 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 11.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| 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-7840N | MFC-8220 |
| 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-2110, TN-2120 | TN-540, TN-570 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 6700 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2100 | DR-500 |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | A4, A5, B5, 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, 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 | 500 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | ADF-only |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 300 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 30 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | GDI, PCL 6, BR-Script 3 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 22 cpm | 20 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 300 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-8220 if you need:
- Higher Width: 431 mm vs 428 mm
- Higher Depth: 451 mm vs 396 mm
- Higher Height: 335 mm vs 304 mm
- Higher Weight: 11.6 kg vs 10 kg
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and MFC-8220?
MFC-7840N and MFC-8220 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-7840N: 22 ppm, MFC-8220: 20 ppm).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-8220 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.