Choose MS617dn if you need:
- Higher Maximum Media Weight: 163 g/m² vs 120 g/m²
- Higher Internal Storage: 0 GB
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Lexmark MS617dn & MX617de
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MS617dn and MX617de within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MS617dn | MX617de |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Lexmark Mobile Print | Lexmark Mobile Print, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS | IPSec, SNMPv3, IEEE 802.1X authentication |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 399 mm | 489 mm |
| Depth | 382 mm | 479 mm |
| Height | 306 mm | 561 mm |
| Weight | 15.7 kg | 23.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 100-127 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (regional variants) V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 640 W | 640 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 2.6 W | 3.3 W |
| Warranty | 4-year guarantee upon registration (UK) | 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 | Lexmark | Lexmark |
| Product Model | MS617dn | MX617de |
| Product Series | Lexmark MS610 Series | Lexmark MX610 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, copy, color scan, network scan, fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | 51B2000 / 51B2H00 / 51B2X00 / 51B0XA0 | 51B2X00 / 51B2H00 / 51B2000 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 5000 pages | 5000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 20000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Drum Model | 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0 | 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | 60000 pages | 60000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A6, Oficio, 7 3/4 Envelope, 9 Envelope, JIS-B5, A4, Legal, A5, Letter, Statement, Executive, Universal, DL Envelope, Folio, 10 Envelope | A4, A5, A6, JIS B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement, Oficio, Folio, Universal, envelopes |
| Supported Media Types | Paper Labels, Card Stock, Plain Paper, Transparencies, Envelopes | 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 | 650 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 2300 sheets | 2300 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed scanner with 50-sheet reversing ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 1200 x 600 black; 600 x 600 color dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 45 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 30 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 47 ppm | 47 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 20 ipm | 20 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 6.5 s | 6.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 175000 pages/month | 175000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 3000-16000 pages/month | 2,000-15,000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 1024 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 1280 MB | 3072 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, Direct Image | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, Direct Image |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 47 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400% |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MX617de if you need:
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Higher Width: 489 mm vs 399 mm
- Higher Depth: 479 mm vs 382 mm
What is the difference between MS617dn and MX617de?
MS617dn and MX617de share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Black Print Speed A4 (47 ppm), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (MS617dn: Print, MX617de: Print, copy, color scan, network scan, fax); Print Resolution (MS617dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi, MX617de: 1200 x 1200; 2400 IQ (2400 x 600); 600 x 600; 1200 IQ (1200 x 600) dpi).
MS617dn may suit users who need its differing values, while MX617de benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.