Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Width: 428 mm vs 364.7 mm
- Higher Depth: 396 mm vs 247.3 mm
- Higher Height: 304 mm vs 190.6 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7840N & HP M102w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and M102w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | M102w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | EWS password, Network port control, SNMP community password |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 364.7 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 247.3 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 190.6 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 4.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 380 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 0.5 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 M102w |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet Pro |
| 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 | CF217A |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 1600 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2100 | CF219A |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 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, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 76 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 | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 160 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 160 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | — |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 22 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 7.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 10000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 150-1500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | PCLmS, PWG, URF |
| 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 M102w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and M102w?
MFC-7840N and M102w share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Black Print Speed A4 (22 ppm), USB (Yes), Drum Yield (12000 pages).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-7840N: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, M102w: Print); Print Resolution (MFC-7840N: 2400 x 600 dpi, M102w: 600 x 600 dpi).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while M102w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.