Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn if you need:
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 1 W vs 0.8 W
- Fax
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: 33.6 kbps
- Fax Resolution: 300 x 300 dpi
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn & M609x
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn and M609x within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn | M609x |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | 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 | 403.9 mm | 431 mm |
| Depth | 406.4 mm | 466 mm |
| Height | 312.4 mm | 505 mm |
| Weight | 9.4 kg | 27.3 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 V | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 475 W | 780 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 1 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 1-year next-business-day onsite limited warranty (US configuration) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 300 x 300 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 1000 pages | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn | LaserJet Enterprise M609x |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro MFP M227 Series | HP LaserJet Enterprise M609 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | HP 30A / 30X (CF230A / CF230X) | HP 37A (CF237A); HP 37X (CF237X); HP 37Y (CF237Y) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1600 pages | 11000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 3500 pages | 41000 pages |
| Drum Model | HP 32A (CF232A) | — |
| Drum Yield | 23000 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 | 260 sheets | 1200 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 4400 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 10 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 500 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | — |
| Black Scan Speed | 15 ipm | — |
| Color Scan Speed | 8 ipm | — |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 28 ppm | 71 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 18 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 6.4 s | 5.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 30000 pages/month | 300000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2500 pages/month | 5,000-30,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 1200 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | 1536 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 5c, PCL 6, PostScript 3, PCLm, PDF, URF, PWG | HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, HP PostScript 3 emulation, native PDF, Apple AirPrint |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 28 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M609x if you need:
- Higher Width: 431 mm vs 403.9 mm
- Higher Depth: 466 mm vs 406.4 mm
- Higher Height: 505 mm vs 312.4 mm
- Higher Weight: 27.3 kg vs 9.4 kg
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn and M609x?
LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn and M609x share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, M609x: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn: 28 ppm, M609x: 71 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn: 600 x 600 dpi, M609x: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdn may suit users who need its differing values, while M609x benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.