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 & M3027
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M106w and M3027 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M106w | M3027 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | Private printing; PIN job access; Secure Storage Erase; Embedded Web Server password |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | — |
| Depth | 247.3 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 | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | — |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M106w | LaserJet M3027 MFP |
| Product Series | LaserJet Ultra | LaserJet M3027 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser multifunction printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF233A | Q7551A (51A); Q7551X (51X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6900 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2300 pages | 13000 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; B5 (JIS); Executive; Legal; Letter |
| 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; 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 | 199 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 160 sheets | 600 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 1100 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed; ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 dpi |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 25 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 | 75000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2500 pages/month | 2000-6000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 400 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 512 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 40 GB |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript 3 emulation; PDF 1.4 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 25 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 1000 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M3027 if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: Private printing; PIN job access; Secure Storage Erase; Embedded Web Server password
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 13000 pages vs 2300 pages
- Higher Maximum Media Weight: 199 g/m² vs 163 g/m²
What is the difference between M106w and M3027?
M106w and M3027 share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Warranty (One-year limited warranty), Product Brand (HP).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M106w: Print, M3027: Print; Scan; Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (M106w: 22 ppm, M3027: 25 ppm); Print Resolution (M106w: 600 x 600 dpi, M3027: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
M106w may suit users who need its differing values, while M3027 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.