Choose M104a if you need:
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 216 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 127 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 356 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M104a & Lexmark MS818dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M104a and MS818dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M104a | MS818dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | None (native mobile printing) | Lexmark Mobile Print, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IPSec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X authentication |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 425 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 510 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 419 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 23.66 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 770 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 2.9 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 4-year guarantee upon registration (UK configuration) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet M104a | MS818dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro | Lexmark MS810 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF218A | 53B2X00 / 53B2H00 / 53B2000 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 10000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 45000 pages |
| Drum Model | CF219A | 52D0Z00 / 52D0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 100000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) | A4, A5, A6, JIS B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, Folio, Universal, envelopes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum | Integrated labels, paper labels, card stock, plain paper, dual-web labels, transparencies, envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 176 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 4400 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 550 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 60 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 36 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 4.4 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 10000 pages/month | 300000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 150-1500 pages/month | 5,000-75,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 2560 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, Direct Image |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MS818dn if you need:
- Ethernet
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Security Features: IPSec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X authentication
What is the difference between M104a and MS818dn?
M104a and MS818dn share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (M104a: 22 ppm, MS818dn: 60 ppm); Print Resolution (M104a: 600 x 600 dpi, MS818dn: 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (M104a: —, MS818dn: Yes).
M104a may suit users who need its differing values, while MS818dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.