Choose LaserJet Pro M203dn if you need:
- Higher Depth: 406.4 mm vs 393 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm vs 70 mm
- Higher Black Duplex Print Speed: 18 ipm
- Recommended Monthly Volume: 250-2500 pages/month
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro M203dn & Kyocera ECOSYS P2040dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro M203dn and ECOSYS P2040dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro M203dn | ECOSYS P2040dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart | KYOCERA Mobile Print, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X | IPsec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X, SSL/TLS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 370.8 mm | 375 mm |
| Depth | 406.4 mm | 393 mm |
| Height | 223.5 mm | 272 mm |
| Weight | 6.9 kg | 14 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 V | 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 480 W | 620 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 1-year standard manufacturer warranty; long-life components up to 3 years/100,000 pages (regional terms) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Kyocera |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro M203dn | ECOSYS P2040dw |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M200 Series | ECOSYS P2040 Family |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Kyocera ECOSYS laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | HP 30A / 30X (CF230A / CF230X) | TK-1160 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 3600 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 3500 pages | 7200 pages |
| Drum Model | HP 32A (CF232A) | DK-1150 |
| Drum Yield | 23000 pages | 100000 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, B6, Letter, Legal, custom sizes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 148 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard | Plain, recycled, preprinted, bond, color, prepunched, letterhead, envelopes, labels, thick paper |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 220 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 350 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 850 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 10 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 28 ppm | 40 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 18 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 6.4 s | 6.4 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 30000 pages/month | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2500 pages/month | — |
| Warm-up Time | — | 15 s |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 5c, PCL 6, PostScript 3, PCLm, PDF, URF, PWG | PRESCRIBE IIc, PCL 6 (PCL 5e/PCL-XL), KPDL 3 (PostScript 3), PDF Direct Print, XPS/OpenXPS |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ECOSYS P2040dw if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Higher Width: 375 mm vs 370.8 mm
- Higher Height: 272 mm vs 223.5 mm
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro M203dn and ECOSYS P2040dw?
LaserJet Pro M203dn and ECOSYS P2040dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Print Technology (LaserJet Pro M203dn: Laser, ECOSYS P2040dw: Kyocera ECOSYS laser); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro M203dn: 28 ppm, ECOSYS P2040dw: 40 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro M203dn: 600 x 600 dpi, ECOSYS P2040dw: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
LaserJet Pro M203dn may suit users who need its differing values, while ECOSYS P2040dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.