Choose M1538dnf if you need:
- Ethernet
- Fax
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 2100 pages
- Scanner Type: Flatbed; ADF
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1538dnf & M208d
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1538dnf and M208d within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1538dnf | M208d |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 355.1 mm |
| Depth | — | 250 mm |
| Height | — | 205.45 mm |
| Weight | — | 5.6 kg |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1538dnf MFP | Laserjet M208d |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M1530 | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| 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) | W1340A/W1340X (North America, Australia, New Zealand); W1350A/W1350X (EEA, Switzerland, UK, Israel); W1360A/W1360X (other listed regions); W1370A/W1370X (China, India) |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2100 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 (JIS); Executive; Legal; Letter |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 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 | Envelopes; Labels; Plain paper |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Print Languages | PostScript 3 | PCLm |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M208d if you need:
- Higher Width: 355.1 mm
- Higher Depth: 250 mm
- Higher Height: 205.45 mm
- Higher Weight: 5.6 kg
What is the difference between M1538dnf and M208d?
M1538dnf and M208d share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1538dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, M208d: Print).
M1538dnf may suit users who need its differing values, while M208d benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.