Choose MFC-8380DN if you need:
- Higher Width: 390 mm vs 355 mm
- Higher Depth: 443 mm vs 279.5 mm
- Higher Height: 442 mm vs 205 mm
- Higher Weight: 15.3 kg vs 5.6 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother MFC-8380DN & HP M209dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MFC-8380DN and M209dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MFC-8380DN | M209dw |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Apple AirPrint; HP app; Mopria; Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 | Secure Boot; firmware integrity; runtime code integrity; password-protected EWS; TLS 1.2; SNMPv3; encrypted data at rest; account lockout |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 390 mm | 355 mm |
| Depth | 443 mm | 279.5 mm |
| Height | 442 mm | 205 mm |
| Weight | 15.3 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| 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-8380DN | Laserjet M209dw |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| 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 | W1350A (135A); W1350X (135X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 700 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 | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies | Cardstock; Envelopes; Labels; Laser paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Rough paper; Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 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 | 29 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 7 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 200-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 30 s |
| Processor Speed | 300 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 576 MB | 64 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850 | PCLmS; URF; PWG |
| 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 M209dw if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
What is the difference between MFC-8380DN and M209dw?
MFC-8380DN and M209dw share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MFC-8380DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, M209dw: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (MFC-8380DN: 30 ppm, M209dw: 29 ppm); Print Resolution (MFC-8380DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi, M209dw: 600 x 600 dpi).
MFC-8380DN may suit users who need its differing values, while M209dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.