Choose M212dw if you need:
- Higher Depth: 250 mm vs 247.3 mm
- Higher Height: 205.45 mm vs 190.6 mm
- Higher Weight: 5.6 kg vs 4.7 kg
- Automatic Duplex Printing
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M212dw & LaserJet Pro M102a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M212dw and LaserJet Pro M102a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M212dw | LaserJet Pro M102a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 355.1 mm | 364.7 mm |
| Depth | 250 mm | 247.3 mm |
| Height | 205.45 mm | 190.6 mm |
| Weight | 5.6 kg | 4.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 380 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | Laserjet M212dw | LaserJet Pro M102a |
| Product Series | LaserJet M207-M212 | LaserJet Pro M100 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | W1340A/W1340X (North America, Australia, New Zealand); W1350A/W1350X (EEA, Switzerland, UK, Israel); W1360A/W1360X (other listed regions); W1370A/W1370X (China, India) | HP 17A (CF217A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 1600 pages |
| Drum Model | — | HP 19A (CF219A) |
| Drum Yield | — | 12000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); Executive; Legal; Letter | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Envelopes; Labels; Plain paper | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 160 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 160 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 10 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | — | 22 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 7.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 10000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 150-1500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCLm | PCLmS, URF, PWG |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M102a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Higher Width: 364.7 mm vs 355.1 mm
- Input Voltage: 110-127 V
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 380 W
What is the difference between M212dw and LaserJet Pro M102a?
M212dw and LaserJet Pro M102a share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Automatic Duplex Printing (M212dw: Yes, LaserJet Pro M102a: —).
M212dw may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M102a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.