Choose M1536dnf if you need:
- Higher Width: 441 mm vs 391.2 mm
- Higher Height: 373 mm vs 360.7 mm
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 445 W vs 420 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 4.7 W vs 1.1 W
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1536dnf & Canon MF236n
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1536dnf and MF236n within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1536dnf | MF236n |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | Embedded Web Server; fax PIN access control | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 441 mm | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | 343 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Height | 373 mm | 360.7 mm |
| Weight | 11.7 kg | 12.1 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 445 W | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 4.7 W | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | 300 x 300 dpi | 200 x 400 dpi |
| Fax Memory | 400 pages | 256 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Canon |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1536dnf MFP | imageCLASS MF236n |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M1530 | imageCLASS MF230 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) | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2100 pages | 2400 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Envelopes; Heavy paper; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | 15 ipm | — |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 25 ppm | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 8000 pages/month | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 500-2000 pages/month | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 14 s |
| Processor Speed | 500 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript | UFR II LT |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 25 cpm | 24 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MF236n if you need:
- Mopria
- Higher Depth: 373.4 mm vs 343 mm
- Higher Weight: 12.1 kg vs 11.7 kg
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 1700 pages
What is the difference between M1536dnf and MF236n?
M1536dnf and MF236n share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1536dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, MF236n: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (M1536dnf: 25 ppm, MF236n: 24 ppm); Automatic Duplex Printing (M1536dnf: Yes, MF236n: —).
M1536dnf may suit users who need its differing values, while MF236n benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.