Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- Higher Width: 428 mm vs 403.9 mm
- Higher Weight: 10 kg vs 9.4 kg
- 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 & HP LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-7840N and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-7840N | LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 428 mm | 403.9 mm |
| Depth | 396 mm | 406.4 mm |
| Height | 304 mm | 312.4 mm |
| Weight | 10 kg | 9.4 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 475 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware 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 | HP |
| Product Model | MFC-7840N | LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet Pro MFP M227 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 | HP 30A / 30X (CF230A / CF230X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 1600 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2600 pages | 3500 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2100 | HP 32A (CF232A) |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 23000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Thick, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 10 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 | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 15 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 8 ipm |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 28 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 6.4 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 30000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 250-2500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | PCL 5c, PCL 6, PostScript 3, PCLm, PDF, URF, PWG |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 22 cpm | 28 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 LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn if you need:
- Mobile Printing: HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Security Features: Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X
What is the difference between MFC-7840N and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn?
MFC-7840N and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn 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, LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn: Print, Scan, Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-7840N: 22 ppm, LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn: 28 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-7840N: 2400 x 600 dpi, LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn: 600 x 600 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-7840N: —, LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn: Yes).
MFC-7840N may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.