Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Higher Width: 420 mm vs 399 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw & Lexmark MX317dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw and MX317dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw | MX317dn |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Lexmark 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 authentication |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 420 mm | 399 mm |
| Depth | 266 mm | 472 mm |
| Height | 254 mm | 467 mm |
| Weight | 8 kg | 19.96 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 | 520 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 1.1 W | 3.2 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 1-year next-business-day exchange service (US 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 M26nw | MX317dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 Series | Lexmark MX310 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) | 51B1000 / 51B00A0 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 500 pages | 2500 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 | 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 | 90 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 | Flatbed scanner with 50-sheet ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 600 black; 600 x 600 color dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 42 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 19 ipm |
| ADF Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 18 ppm | 33 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 16 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 | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 100-1000 pages/month | 250-6,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 256 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 | 33 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 MX317dn if you need:
- Higher Depth: 472 mm vs 266 mm
- Higher Height: 467 mm vs 254 mm
- Higher Weight: 19.96 kg vs 8 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 520 W vs 310 W
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw and MX317dn?
LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw and MX317dn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes), Apple AirPrint (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw: Print, Scan, Copy, MX317dn: Print, copy, color scan, network scan, fax); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw: 18 ppm, MX317dn: 33 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw: 600 x 600 dpi, MX317dn: 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw: —, MX317dn: Yes).
LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw may suit users who need its differing values, while MX317dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.