Choose m17 if you need:
- Higher Minimum Media Weight: 65 g/m² vs 60 g/m²
- Higher Processor Speed: 500 MHz vs 450 MHz
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP m17 & M2727nf
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models m17 and M2727nf within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | m17 | M2727nf |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Embedded Web Server; password protection; private fax receive |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 346 mm | 500 mm |
| Depth | 189 mm | 406 mm |
| Height | 159 mm | 457 mm |
| Weight | 3.7 kg | 17.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 410 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 13 W |
| 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 m17 | LaserJet M2727nf Multifunction |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro | 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 | — | Q7553A (53A); Q7553X (53X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 3000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 7000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, Letter, C5, DL, No. 10 envelope | 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 | Bond paper, Envelopes, Heavy paper, Labels, Light paper, Plain paper | Bond paper; Cardstock; Colored paper; Envelopes; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 65 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 120 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 550 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 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 | — | 26 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 10 s |
| Print Resolution | — | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 100-1000 pages/month | 750-3000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 38 s |
| Processor Speed | 500 MHz | 450 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 320 MB |
| 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 M2727nf if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: Embedded Web Server; password protection; private fax receive
- Higher Width: 500 mm vs 346 mm
- Higher Depth: 406 mm vs 189 mm
What is the difference between m17 and M2727nf?
m17 and M2727nf share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Brand (HP), Minimum Custom Media Width (76 mm).
The main differences: Printer Functions (m17: Print, M2727nf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax); Automatic Duplex Printing (m17: —, M2727nf: Yes).
m17 may suit users who need its differing values, while M2727nf benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.