Choose M1538dnf if you need:
- Fax
- Scanner Type: Flatbed; ADF
- Optical Scan Resolution: 1200 dpi
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1538dnf & Brother HL-L6400DWX
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1538dnf and HL-L6400DWX within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1538dnf | HL-L6400DWX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 398.8 mm |
| Depth | — | 396.2 mm |
| Height | — | 287 mm |
| Weight | — | 13.3 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 700 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 7.2 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Brother |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1538dnf MFP | HL-L6400DWX |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M1530 | HL-L6400 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser multifunction printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | 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; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter; Monarch | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Envelopes; Labels; Letterhead; Plain paper; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 570 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 2650 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | — | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 150000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | Up to 10000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 512 MB |
| Print Languages | PostScript 3 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-L6400DWX if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
- Mobile Printing: AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC
What is the difference between M1538dnf and HL-L6400DWX?
M1538dnf and HL-L6400DWX share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1538dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, HL-L6400DWX: Print); Print Resolution (M1538dnf: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-L6400DWX: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
M1538dnf may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-L6400DWX benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.