Choose M1522n if you need:
- Higher Width: 496 mm vs 420 mm
- Higher Depth: 406 mm vs 266 mm
- Higher Height: 402 mm vs 254 mm
- Higher Weight: 11 kg vs 8 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1522n & LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1522n and LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1522n | LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | EWS password, Kensington lock | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 496 mm | 420 mm |
| Depth | 406 mm | 266 mm |
| Height | 402 mm | 254 mm |
| Weight | 11 kg | 8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 410 W | 310 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 10.5 W | 1.1 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 MFP M26nw |
| Product Series | LaserJet M1522 | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | 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 | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 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 | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 128 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 | 18 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 400 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between M1522n and LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw?
M1522n and LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print, Scan, Copy), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (M1522n: 23 ppm, LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw: 18 ppm).
M1522n may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.