Choose LaserJet Pro M12w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Higher First Page Out Black: 9.2 s vs 5.3 s
- Higher Internal Storage: 0 GB
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro M12w & M608dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro M12w and M608dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro M12w | M608dn |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | HP ePrint, HP Smart/All-in-One Remote, Apple AirPrint, Android printing, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X | Secure Boot, firmware integrity checking, allowlisting, IPsec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X, Kerberos |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 349 mm | 431 mm |
| Depth | 238 mm | 466 mm |
| Height | 196 mm | 380 mm |
| Weight | 5.2 kg | 21.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 V | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 375 W | 780 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.8 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 1-year next-business-day onsite limited warranty (US configuration) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro M12w | LaserJet Enterprise M608dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M12 Series | HP LaserJet Enterprise M608 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | HP 79A (CF279A) | HP 37A (CF237A); HP 37X (CF237X); HP 37Y (CF237Y) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 500 pages | 11000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 41000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, envelopes, custom sizes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard | Plain, light, bond, recycled, heavy, labels, card stock, transparencies, envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 4400 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 0 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 500 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 18 ppm | 61 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 9.2 s | 5.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 5000 pages/month | 275000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 100-1000 pages/month | 5,000-25,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 266 MHz | 1200 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 8 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 8 MB | 1536 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | Host-based printing | HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, HP PostScript 3 emulation, native PDF, Apple AirPrint |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M608dn if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Width: 431 mm vs 349 mm
- Higher Depth: 466 mm vs 238 mm
- Higher Height: 380 mm vs 196 mm
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro M12w and M608dn?
LaserJet Pro M12w and M608dn share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Apple AirPrint (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro M12w: 18 ppm, M608dn: 61 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro M12w: 600 x 600 dpi, M608dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (LaserJet Pro M12w: —, M608dn: Yes).
LaserJet Pro M12w may suit users who need its differing values, while M608dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.