Choose MFC-8300 if you need:
- Higher Width: 435 mm vs 355 mm
- Higher Depth: 442 mm vs 279.5 mm
- Higher Height: 323 mm vs 205 mm
- Higher Weight: 12 kg vs 5.6 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-8300 & HP M211dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-8300 and M211dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-8300 | M211dw |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Smart; Mopria; Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Secure Boot; firmware integrity; runtime code integrity; password-protected EWS; TLS 1.2; SNMPv3; encrypted data at rest; account lockout |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 435 mm | 355 mm |
| Depth | 442 mm | 279.5 mm |
| Height | 323 mm | 205 mm |
| Weight | 12 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 850 W | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 9 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 14.4 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 203 x 391 dpi | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | MFC-8300 | Laserjet M211dw |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome laser printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-430, TN-460 | W1360A (136A); W1360X (136X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 2600 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-400 | — |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Legal, Letter | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 101.6 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 152.4 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | — | Cardstock; Envelopes; Labels; Laser paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Rough paper; Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 500 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 12 ppm | 29 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 15 s | 7 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 200-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 45 s | — |
| Processor Speed | — | 500 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 2 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 2 MB | 64 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | Brother Printing System, PCL 4 | PCLmS; URF; PWG |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 12 cpm | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M211dw if you need:
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint; HP Smart; Mopria; Wi-Fi Direct
What is the difference between MFC-8300 and M211dw?
MFC-8300 and M211dw share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes), Maximum Paper Size (Legal).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-8300: Print, Copy, Fax, M211dw: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-8300: 12 ppm, M211dw: 29 ppm); Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-8300: —, M211dw: Yes).
MFC-8300 may suit users who need its differing values, while M211dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.