Choose M104a if you need:
- Higher Width: 364.7 mm vs 355 mm
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 1400 pages vs 1150 pages
- Drum Model: CF219A
- Higher Drum Yield: 12000 pages
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M104a & M208dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M104a and M208dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M104a | M208dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | None (native mobile printing) | Apple AirPrint; HP Smart; Mopria; Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Secure Boot; firmware integrity; runtime code integrity; password-protected EWS; TLS 1.2; SNMPv3; encrypted data at rest; account lockout |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 355 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 279.5 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 205 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M104a | Laserjet M208dw |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF218A | W1370A (137A); W1370X (137X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 1150 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 2600 pages |
| Drum Model | CF219A | — |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum | 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 | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 29 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 7 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 10000 pages/month | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 150-1500 pages/month | 200-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 30 s |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | PCLmS; URF; PWG |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M208dw if you need:
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between M104a and M208dw?
M104a and M208dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (M104a: 22 ppm, M208dw: 29 ppm); Automatic Duplex Printing (M104a: —, M208dw: Yes).
M104a may suit users who need its differing values, while M208dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.