Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Higher Width: 428 mm vs 400 mm
- Fax
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: 33.6 kbps
- Fax Resolution: 203 x 392 dpi
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7840N & HP x50352dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and x50352dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | x50352dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | 802.1X, HP Sure Start, IPsec, LDAP, SNMPv3, TLS 1.2, TLS 1.3, TPM 2.0 |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 400 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 400 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 305 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 11.8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 100-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 552.4 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 0.76 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 203 x 392 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 500 pages | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | MFC-7840N | LaserJet Enterprise x50352dn |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet Enterprise |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-2110, TN-2120 | W9187MC |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 6000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 28000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2100 | — |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | 216 x 356 mm (custom) |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | A4, A5, A6, RA4, B5 (JIS), B6 (JIS), 16K, Oficio, Postcards, B5 envelope, C5, C6, DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Thick, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Bond paper, Cardstock, Colored paper, Envelopes, Labels, Letterhead, Plain paper, Preprinted paper, Prepunched paper, Recycled paper, Rough paper, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 2300 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | — |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 50 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 41 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 4.1 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 225000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 7500-18750 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 1400 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 2048 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 2048 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 8 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | HP PCL 6, HP PostScript level 3 emulation, PDF 1.7, Apple AirPrint |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 22 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose x50352dn if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint, Mopria
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Security Features: 802.1X, HP Sure Start, IPsec, LDAP, SNMPv3, TLS 1.2, TLS 1.3, TPM 2.0
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and x50352dn?
MFC-7840N and x50352dn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes), Minimum Media Weight (60 g/m²).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-7840N: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, x50352dn: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-7840N: 22 ppm, x50352dn: 50 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-7840N: 2400 x 600 dpi, x50352dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-7840N: —, x50352dn: Yes).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while x50352dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.