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 MX517de
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MX517de within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a | MX517de |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 489 mm |
| Depth | 266 mm | 452 mm |
| Height | 254 mm | 502 mm |
| Weight | 8 kg | 21.8 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 | 600 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 1.1 W | 3.5 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 4-year guarantee upon registration (UK configuration) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | Up to 300 x 300 dpi |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a | MX517de |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 Series | Lexmark MX510 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, copy, color scan, network scan, fax |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | HP 79A (CF279A) | 51B2X00 / 51B2H00 / 51B2000 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 500 pages | 3000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1000 pages | 20000 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 | 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 | Paper labels, card stock, plain paper, transparencies, envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 120 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 350 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 150 sheets | 2000 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 0 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed | Flatbed scanner with 50-sheet reversing ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 600 black; 600 x 600 color dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 41 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 19 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 18 ppm | 42 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 9.2 s | 6.5 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 | 120000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 100-1000 pages/month | 2,000-12,000 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 | 42 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 400 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400% |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MX517de 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 MX517de?
LaserJet Pro MFP M26a and MX517de share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer), Maximum Paper Size (Legal).
The main differences: Printer Functions (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: Print, Scan, Copy, MX517de: Print, copy, color scan, network scan, fax); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 18 ppm, MX517de: 42 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 600 x 600 dpi, MX517de: 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: —, MX517de: Yes).
LaserJet Pro MFP M26a may suit users who need its differing values, while MX517de benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.