Choose MFC-8370DN if you need:
- Higher Depth: 443 mm vs 373.4 mm
- Higher Height: 442 mm vs 312.4 mm
- Higher Weight: 15.5 kg vs 10.8 kg
- Fax
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-8370DN & Canon MF232w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-8370DN and MF232w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-8370DN | MF232w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Brother iPrint&Scan | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 390 mm | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | 443 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Height | 442 mm | 312.4 mm |
| Weight | 15.5 kg | 10.8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in 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 | Canon |
| Product Model | MFC-8370DN | imageCLASS MF232w |
| Product Series | — | imageCLASS MF230 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-3230, TN-3280 | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3200 | — |
| Drum Yield | 25000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6, A6, Executive, Legal, Folio | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 20 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 28 ppm | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 14 s |
| Processor Speed | 300 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 576 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850 | UFR II LT |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 28 cpm | 24 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MF232w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
What is the difference between MFC-8370DN and MF232w?
MFC-8370DN and MF232w share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-8370DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, MF232w: Print, Scan, Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-8370DN: 28 ppm, MF232w: 24 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-8370DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi, MF232w: 600 x 600 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-8370DN: Yes, MF232w: —).
MFC-8370DN may suit users who need its differing values, while MF232w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.