Choose M1536dnf if you need:
- Fax Resolution: 300 x 300 dpi
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 216 mm vs 215.9 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 356 mm vs 355.6 mm
- Higher First Page Out Black: 8.5 s vs 7.5 s
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1536dnf & Brother MFC-L6900DWX
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1536dnf and MFC-L6900DWX within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1536dnf | MFC-L6900DWX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | Embedded Web Server; fax PIN access control | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 441 mm | 495.3 mm |
| Depth | 343 mm | 426.7 mm |
| Height | 373 mm | 518.2 mm |
| Weight | 11.7 kg | 19 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 445 W | 730 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 4.7 W | 8.9 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | 300 x 300 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 400 pages | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Brother |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1536dnf MFP | MFC-L6900DWX |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M1530 | MFC-L6900 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser multifunction printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy; Fax | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CE278A (78A) | TN-880 / TN-890 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 20000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2100 pages | 20000 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-890 |
| Drum Yield | — | 50000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| 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 | Envelopes; Heavy paper; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 570 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 2650 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | 15 ipm | 50 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 20 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 80 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 25 ppm | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 8000 pages/month | 150000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 500-2000 pages/month | Up to 10000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 500 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 1024 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 25 cpm | 52 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-L6900DWX if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
- Mopria
What is the difference between M1536dnf and MFC-L6900DWX?
M1536dnf and MFC-L6900DWX share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1536dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, MFC-L6900DWX: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (M1536dnf: 25 ppm, MFC-L6900DWX: 52 ppm); Print Resolution (M1536dnf: 600 x 600 dpi, MFC-L6900DWX: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
M1536dnf may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-L6900DWX benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.