Choose MFC-8370DN if you need:
- Fax
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: 33.6 kbps
- Fax Resolution: 203 x 392 dpi
- Higher Fax Memory: 500 pages
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-8370DN & HP M631h
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-8370DN and M631h within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-8370DN | M631h |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Brother iPrint&Scan | HP ePrint, HP Smart/All-in-One Remote, Apple AirPrint, Android printing, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 | Secure Boot, firmware integrity checking, allowlisting, IPsec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X, Kerberos |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 390 mm | 512 mm |
| Depth | 443 mm | 558 mm |
| Height | 442 mm | 640 mm |
| Weight | 15.5 kg | 32.4 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 740 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 3.3 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year next-business-day onsite limited warranty (US configuration) |
| 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-8370DN | LaserJet Enterprise MFP M631h |
| Product Series | — | HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M631 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | Print, copy, scan |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3230, TN-3280 | HP 37A (CF237A); HP 37X (CF237X); HP 37Y (CF237Y) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 11000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 41000 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 | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, envelopes, custom sizes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 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, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Plain, light, bond, recycled, heavy, labels, card stock, transparencies, envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 500 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed scanner with 150-sheet automatic document feeder |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 75 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 75 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | 20 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 28 ppm | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 5.4 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 300000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 5,000-30,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 300 MHz | 1200 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 1792 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 576 MB | 2560 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 320 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850 | HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, HP PostScript 3 emulation, native PDF, Apple AirPrint |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 28 cpm | 52 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 9999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400% |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M631h if you need:
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Higher Width: 512 mm vs 390 mm
- Higher Depth: 558 mm vs 443 mm
What is the difference between MFC-8370DN and M631h?
MFC-8370DN and M631h share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-8370DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, M631h: Print, copy, scan); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-8370DN: 28 ppm, M631h: 52 ppm).
MFC-8370DN may suit users who need its differing values, while M631h benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.