Choose M2727nf if you need:
- Higher Width: 500 mm vs 399 mm
- Higher Depth: 406 mm vs 382 mm
- Higher Height: 457 mm vs 263 mm
- Higher Weight: 17.2 kg vs 14 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M2727nf & Lexmark MS317dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M2727nf and MS317dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M2727nf | MS317dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Lexmark Mobile Print |
| Security Features | Embedded Web Server; password protection; private fax receive | IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 500 mm | 399 mm |
| Depth | 406 mm | 382 mm |
| Height | 457 mm | 263 mm |
| Weight | 17.2 kg | 14 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 410 W | 520 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 13 W | 3 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year exchange service, next business day (Canada) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 300 x 300 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 600 pages | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet M2727nf Multifunction | MS317dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet M2727 | Lexmark MS310 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser multifunction printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy; Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | Q7553A (53A); Q7553X (53X) | 51B1000 / 51B00A0 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3000 pages | 1500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 7000 pages | 2500 pages |
| Drum Model | — | 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | — | 60000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; 16K; JIS postcard; JIS double postcard | A6, Oficio, 7 3/4 Envelope, 9 Envelope, JIS-B5, A4, Legal, A5, Letter, Statement, Executive, Universal, DL Envelope, Folio, 10 Envelope |
| 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 | Bond paper; Cardstock; Colored paper; Envelopes; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | Paper Labels, Card Stock, Plain Paper, Transparencies, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | 850 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 125 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | — |
| Duplex Scanning | Yes | — |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 26 ppm | 33 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 14 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 10 s | 6.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 15000 pages/month | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 750-3000 pages/month | 500-2500 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 38 s | — |
| Processor Speed | 450 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 320 MB | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 5e; PCL 6; PostScript 3 emulation | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, Direct Image |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 26 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MS317dn if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Lexmark Mobile Print
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 520 W vs 410 W
- Drum Model: 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0
- Higher Drum Yield: 60000 pages
What is the difference between M2727nf and MS317dn?
M2727nf and MS317dn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M2727nf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, MS317dn: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (M2727nf: 26 ppm, MS317dn: 33 ppm).
M2727nf may suit users who need its differing values, while MS317dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.