Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Depth: 396 mm vs 369 mm
- Higher Weight: 10 kg vs 8.6 kg
- Fax
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-7840N & HP M1120
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and M1120 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | M1120 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Security Features | — | Kensington lock slot |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 457 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 369 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 322 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 8.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 370 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 7 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 M1120 MFP |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet M1120 |
| 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 | CB436A |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 1000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 2000 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 | A4, A5, A6, B5, C5, C5/6, C6, DL, 16K, Letter, Legal, Postcard |
| 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, Plain paper, Postcards, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 42 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 260 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 125 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 19 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 7 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 5000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 13 s |
| Processor Speed | — | 230 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | Host-based |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 22 cpm | 14 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M1120 if you need:
- Security Features: Kensington lock slot
- Higher Width: 457 mm vs 428 mm
- Higher Height: 322 mm vs 304 mm
- Input Voltage: 110-127 / 220-240 V
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and M1120?
MFC-7840N and M1120 share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer), Included Black Toner Yield (1000 pages).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-7840N: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, M1120: Print, Scan, Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-7840N: 22 ppm, M1120: 19 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-7840N: 2400 x 600 dpi, M1120: 600 x 600 dpi).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while M1120 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.