Choose MF236n if you need:
- Fax
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: 33.6 kbps
- Fax Resolution: 200 x 400 dpi
- Higher Fax Memory: 256 pages
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Canon MF236n & HP M631dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MF236n and M631dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MF236n | M631dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service | HP ePrint, HP Smart/All-in-One Remote, Apple AirPrint, Android printing, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS | Secure Boot, firmware integrity checking, allowlisting, IPsec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X, Kerberos |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 391.2 mm | 512 mm |
| Depth | 373.4 mm | 558 mm |
| Height | 360.7 mm | 640 mm |
| Weight | 12.1 kg | 32.4 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 420 W | 740 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 1.1 W | 3.3 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) | 1-year next-business-day onsite limited warranty (US configuration) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 200 x 400 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 256 pages | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Canon | HP |
| Product Model | imageCLASS MF236n | LaserJet Enterprise MFP M631dn |
| Product Series | imageCLASS MF230 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 | Cartridge 137 | HP 37A (CF237A); HP 37X (CF237X); HP 37Y (CF237Y) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1700 pages | 11000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2400 pages | 41000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, envelopes, custom sizes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope | 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 | 251 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 251 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 500 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed scanner with 150-sheet automatic document feeder |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 75 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 75 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 24 ppm | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 6 s | 5.4 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 15000 pages/month | 300000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 500-2000 pages/month | 5,000-30,000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 14 s | — |
| Processor Speed | — | 1200 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 1792 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 2560 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 16 GB |
| Print Languages | UFR II LT | HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, HP PostScript 3 emulation, native PDF, Apple AirPrint |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 24 cpm | 52 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 999 copies | 9999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400% |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M631dn if you need:
- Higher Width: 512 mm vs 391.2 mm
- Higher Depth: 558 mm vs 373.4 mm
- Higher Height: 640 mm vs 360.7 mm
- Higher Weight: 32.4 kg vs 12.1 kg
What is the difference between MF236n and M631dn?
MF236n and M631dn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes), Apple AirPrint (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MF236n: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, M631dn: Print, copy, scan); Black Print Speed A4 (MF236n: 24 ppm, M631dn: 52 ppm); Print Resolution (MF236n: 600 x 600 dpi, M631dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (MF236n: —, M631dn: Yes).
MF236n may suit users who need its differing values, while M631dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.