Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M26a if you need:
- Higher Width: 420 mm vs 399 mm
- Input Voltage: 110-127 V
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 215.9 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26a & Lexmark MS317dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MS317dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a | MS317dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Not supported | Lexmark Mobile Print |
| Security Features | — | IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 420 mm | 399 mm |
| Depth | 266 mm | 382 mm |
| Height | 254 mm | 263 mm |
| Weight | 8 kg | 14 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 310 W | 520 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 1.1 W | 3 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 1-year exchange service, next business day (Canada) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a | MS317dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 Series | Lexmark MS310 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | HP 79A (CF279A) | 51B1000 / 51B00A0 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 500 pages | 1500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 2500 pages |
| Drum Model | — | 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | — | 60000 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 | 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 | 76.2 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard | 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 | 150 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 850 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 0 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 18 ppm | 33 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 14 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 9.2 s | 6.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 5000 pages/month | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 100-1000 pages/month | 500-2500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | Host-based printing | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, Direct Image |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 18 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 400 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MS317dn if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS
- Higher Depth: 382 mm vs 266 mm
- Higher Height: 263 mm vs 254 mm
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MS317dn?
LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MS317dn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Maximum Paper Size (Legal), Minimum Media Weight (60 g/m²).
The main differences: Printer Functions (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: Print, Scan, Copy, MS317dn: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 18 ppm, MS317dn: 33 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 600 x 600 dpi, MS317dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: —, MS317dn: Yes).
LaserJet Pro MFP M26a may suit users who need its differing values, while MS317dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.