Choose MFC-8380DN if you need:
- Higher Depth: 443 mm vs 396.2 mm
- Higher Height: 442 mm vs 287 mm
- Higher Weight: 15.3 kg vs 13.3 kg
- Fax
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-8380DN & HL-L6400DWX
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-8380DN and HL-L6400DWX within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-8380DN | HL-L6400DWX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Brother iPrint&Scan | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 390 mm | 398.8 mm |
| Depth | 443 mm | 396.2 mm |
| Height | 442 mm | 287 mm |
| Weight | 15.3 kg | 13.3 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 700 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 7.2 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited 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 | Brother |
| Product Model | MFC-8380DN | HL-L6400DWX |
| Product Series | — | HL-L6400 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3230, TN-3280 | TN-880 / TN-890 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 20000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3200 | DR-890 |
| Drum Yield | 25000 pages | 50000 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, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| 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, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 570 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | 2650 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | — |
| Duplex Scanning | Yes | — |
| ADF Capacity | 20 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 30 ppm | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 150000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | Up to 10000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 300 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 576 MB | 512 MB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 30 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-L6400DWX if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between MFC-8380DN and HL-L6400DWX?
MFC-8380DN and HL-L6400DWX 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-8380DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, HL-L6400DWX: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-8380DN: 30 ppm, HL-L6400DWX: 52 ppm).
MFC-8380DN may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-L6400DWX benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.