Choose M3027 if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 13000 pages vs 1000 pages
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 216 mm vs 215.9 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 356 mm vs 355.6 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M3027 & LaserJet Pro M12w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M3027 and LaserJet Pro M12w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M3027 | LaserJet Pro M12w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | Private printing; PIN job access; Secure Storage Erase; Embedded Web Server password | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 349 mm |
| Depth | — | 238 mm |
| Height | — | 196 mm |
| Weight | — | 5.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 375 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M3027 MFP | LaserJet Pro M12w |
| Product Series | LaserJet M3027 | LaserJet Pro M12 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser multifunction printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | Q7551A (51A); Q7551X (51X) | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 13000 pages | 1000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; B5 (JIS); Executive; Legal; Letter | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| 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 | Bond paper; Cardstock; Colored paper; Envelopes; Labels; Letterhead; Plain paper; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 199 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 600 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 dpi | — |
| Duplex Scanning | Yes | — |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 25 ppm | 18 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 10 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 75000 pages/month | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 2000-6000 pages/month | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 400 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 512 MB | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | 40 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript 3 emulation; PDF 1.4 | Host-based printing |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 25 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 1000 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M12w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between M3027 and LaserJet Pro M12w?
M3027 and LaserJet Pro M12w share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Brand (HP), Maximum Paper Size (Legal).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M3027: Print; Scan; Copy, LaserJet Pro M12w: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (M3027: 25 ppm, LaserJet Pro M12w: 18 ppm); Print Resolution (M3027: 1200 x 1200 dpi, LaserJet Pro M12w: 600 x 600 dpi).
M3027 may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M12w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.