Choose M106w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M106w & M2727
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M106w and M2727 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M106w | M2727 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | — |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Mopria | Yes | — |
| Security Features | — | Embedded Web Server; password protection; private fax receive |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 500 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 406 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | — |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | — |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 410 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 13 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | One-year limited warranty |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 300 x 300 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 600 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M106w | LaserJet M2727 |
| Product Series | LaserJet Ultra | LaserJet M2727 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser multifunction printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy; Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF233A | Q7553A (53A); Q7553X (53X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6900 pages | 3000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2300 pages | 7000 pages |
| Drum Model | CF234A | — |
| Drum Yield | 9200 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); C5; DL; 16K; JIS postcard; JIS double postcard |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 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 | Bond paper; Cardstock; Colored paper; Envelopes; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 160 sheets | — |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 550 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 125 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed; ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 1200 dpi |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 26 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 10 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 20000 pages/month | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2500 pages/month | 750-3000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 38 s |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 450 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 320 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | PCL 5e; PCL 6; PostScript 3 emulation |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 26 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M2727 if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: Embedded Web Server; password protection; private fax receive
- Higher Width: 500 mm vs 364.7 mm
- Higher Depth: 406 mm vs 247.3 mm
What is the difference between M106w and M2727?
M106w and M2727 share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Warranty (One-year limited warranty), Product Brand (HP).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M106w: Print, M2727: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (M106w: 22 ppm, M2727: 26 ppm); Print Resolution (M106w: 600 x 600 dpi, M2727: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (M106w: —, M2727: Yes).
M106w may suit users who need its differing values, while M2727 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.