Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Higher Width: 428 mm vs 390 mm
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 1000 pages
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 69.9 mm vs 69.8 mm
- Higher ADF Capacity: 35 sheets vs 20 sheets
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7840N & MFC-8370DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and MFC-8370DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | MFC-8370DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Brother iPrint&Scan |
| Security Features | — | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 390 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 443 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 442 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 15.5 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-7840N | MFC-8370DN |
| 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-3230, TN-3280 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2100 | DR-3200 |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 25000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6, A6, Executive, Legal, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 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, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 550 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 600 x 2400 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 28 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 8.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Processor Speed | — | 300 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 576 MB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 22 cpm | 28 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-8370DN if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Brother iPrint&Scan
- Security Features: IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3
- Higher Depth: 443 mm vs 396 mm
- Higher Height: 442 mm vs 304 mm
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and MFC-8370DN?
MFC-7840N and MFC-8370DN share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-7840N: 22 ppm, MFC-8370DN: 28 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-7840N: 2400 x 600 dpi, MFC-8370DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-7840N: —, MFC-8370DN: Yes).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-8370DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.