Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Higher Width: 428 mm vs 391.2 mm
- Higher Depth: 396 mm vs 373.4 mm
- Fax
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: 33.6 kbps
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7840N & Canon MF232w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and MF232w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | MF232w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 312.4 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 10.8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 203 x 392 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 500 pages | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Canon |
| Product Model | MFC-7840N | imageCLASS MF232w |
| Product Series | — | imageCLASS MF230 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-2110, TN-2120 | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2100 | — |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Thick, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 14 s |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | UFR II LT |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 22 cpm | 24 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MF232w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and MF232w?
MFC-7840N and MF232w share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-7840N: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, MF232w: Print, Scan, Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-7840N: 22 ppm, MF232w: 24 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-7840N: 2400 x 600 dpi, MF232w: 600 x 600 dpi).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while MF232w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.