Choose M1522n if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: EWS password, Kensington lock
- Higher Width: 496 mm vs 349 mm
- Higher Depth: 406 mm vs 238 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1522n & LaserJet Pro M12a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1522n and LaserJet Pro M12a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1522n | LaserJet Pro M12a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Security Features | EWS password, Kensington lock | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 496 mm | 349 mm |
| Depth | 406 mm | 238 mm |
| Height | 402 mm | 196 mm |
| Weight | 11 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 410 W | 375 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 10.5 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1522n Multifunction | LaserJet Pro M12a |
| Product Series | LaserJet M1522 | LaserJet Pro M12 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CB436A | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2000 pages | 1000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, B5, C5, C6, DL, 16K, Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Bond paper, Cardstock, Colored paper, Envelopes, Heavy paper, Labels, Letterhead, Light paper, Plain paper, Preprinted paper, Prepunched paper, Recycled paper, Rough paper, Transparencies | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 250 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 125 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed, ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | — |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 23 ppm | 18 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 9.5 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 8000 pages/month | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2000 pages/month | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 450 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | HP PCL 5, HP PCL 6, HP PostScript level 3 emulation | Host-based printing |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 23 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M12a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm vs 76 mm
- Higher Maximum Input Capacity: 150 sheets
- Higher Maximum Memory: 8 MB
What is the difference between M1522n and LaserJet Pro M12a?
M1522n and LaserJet Pro M12a share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes), Product Brand (HP).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1522n: Print, Scan, Copy, LaserJet Pro M12a: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (M1522n: 23 ppm, LaserJet Pro M12a: 18 ppm).
M1522n may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M12a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.