Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M26a if you need:
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 215.9 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 127 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 355.6 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26a & Lexmark MS817n
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MS817n within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a | MS817n |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Not supported | Lexmark Mobile Print, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IPSec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X authentication |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 420 mm | 425 mm |
| Depth | 266 mm | 510 mm |
| Height | 254 mm | 419 mm |
| Weight | 8 kg | 23.66 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 V | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 310 W | 700 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 1.1 W | 2.9 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 1-year next-business-day exchange service (US configuration) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a | MS817n |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 Series | Lexmark MS810 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) | 53B1H00 / 53B1000 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 500 pages | 10000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 25000 pages |
| Drum Model | — | 52D0Z00 / 52D0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | — | 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, JIS B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, Folio, Universal, envelopes |
| 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 | Integrated labels, paper labels, card stock, plain paper, dual-web labels, transparencies, envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 176 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 | 550 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 18 ppm | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 9.2 s | 4.8 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 5000 pages/month | 250000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 100-1000 pages/month | 3,000-50,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 2560 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | Host-based printing | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, 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 MS817n if you need:
- Ethernet
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Security Features: IPSec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X authentication
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MS817n?
LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MS817n 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, MS817n: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 18 ppm, MS817n: 52 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 600 x 600 dpi, MS817n: 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi).
LaserJet Pro MFP M26a may suit users who need its differing values, while MS817n benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.