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HP Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour vs HP Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer

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  • 15specifications compared
  • 15differ
  • 0identical
  • 143known for one product only

Key differences

  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:12 ppm
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:4.5 ppm
  • Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:33 ppm
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:26 ppm
  • Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:37 ppm
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:28 ppm
  • Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:10 ppm
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:4 ppm
  • Total input capacity
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:600 sheets
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:200 sheets
  • Total output capacity
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:150 sheets
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:50 sheets
  • Internal memory
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:32 MB
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:64 MB
  • Market positioning
    • Officejet K550dtwn inkjet printer Colour:Home & office
    • Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer:Business

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Comparison of K550dtwn, Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer
158 specifications
Features1 differ
Printing coloursDiffersBlack, Cyan, Magenta, YellowCyan, Light Cyan, Light grey, Light magenta, Magenta, Photo black, Yellow
Electromagnetic compatibilityKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceFCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B; VCCI-2; ICES-003 Issue 4; CISPR 22: 1997; EN 55022: 1998 Class B; CISPR 24: 1997+A1+A2; EN 55024: 1998+A1+A2; IEC 61000-3-2: 2000; EN 61000-3-2: 2000; IEC 61000-3-3: 1994+A1: 2001; EN 61000-3-3: 1995+A1: 2001
SafetyKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceIEC 60950-1: 2001; EN 60950-1: 2001; UL 60950-1/CSA22.2 No. 60950-1-03; NOM 019-SFCI-1998; GB4943: 2001
Print head nozzlesKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1056 ink nozzles per colour, 24 kHz maximum firing frequency
ColourKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Maximum duty cycleKnown for one7500 pages per monthUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Number of print cartridgesKnown for one4Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Page description languagesKnown for onePCL 3Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Printing4 differ
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs12 ppm4.5 ppm
Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter)Differs33 ppm26 ppm
Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter)Differs37 ppm28 ppm
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs10 ppm4 ppm
Print speed (black, best quality, A4)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source2.5 ppm
Print quality (colour, best quality)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source4800 DPI
Print quality (black, normal quality)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source600 DPI
Print quality (black, draft quality)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source600 DPI
Print quality (black, best quality)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source4800 x 1200 DPI
Maximum resolutionKnown for one4800 x 1200 DPIUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Input & output capacity2 differ
Total input capacityDiffers600 sheets200 sheets
Total output capacityDiffers150 sheets50 sheets
Maximum input capacityKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source200 sheets
Maximum output capacityKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source50 sheets
Envelope feederKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNo
Standard input capacity for cardsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceUp to 60 cards
Standard output capacity for cardsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceUp to 20 cards
Maximum input capacity for labelsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceUp to 50 sheets
Maximum input capacity for envelopesKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceUp to 50 envelopes
Maximum input capacity for cardsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceUp to 60 cards
Maximum paper traysKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1 plus single-sheet specialty media tray
Paper handling standard/inputKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source200-sheet input tray, single-sheet specialty media tray
Paper handling standard/outputKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source50-sheet output tray
Total number of input traysKnown for one2Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Paper handlingidentical
Media size (tray 1)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceLetter, legal, tabloid, executive, 3.5 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in (with or without tabs), 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, 11 x 14 in, 11 x 17 in, Super B (13 x 19 in), envelopes
Media weights by paper pathKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceMain tray: 80 to 180 g/m2; specialty media tray: 80 to 800 g/m2 (1.5 mm thick)
Paper handlingKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source200-sheet input tray, single-sheet specialty media tray, 50-sheet output tray
Recommended media weightKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source80 - 800 g/mΒ²
Standard media sizesKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source10 x 15 cm (with or without tab), 10 x 30 cm, 13 x 18 cm, A3, A3 Plus, A4 (including panorama), A5, A6, Super B (33 x 48 cm), B4, B5, E, L, 2L, Hagaki, Ofuku Hagaki, A2 envelope, C6 envelope, DL envelope
Custom media sizesKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceMain Tray: 89 x 127 mm to 330 x 482 mm; Specialty Tray: 100 x 150 mm to 330 x 1117 mm (single sheet only) Main Tray: 3 x 5 to 13 x 19 in; Specialty Tray: 3 x 5 to 13 x 44 in (single sheet only)
Media handlingKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceSheetfed
Recommended mediaKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcePhoto paper (glossy, satin, matte, digital fine art media), plain paper, coated paper, brochure paper, iron-on transfer media
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeKnown for oneA4Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Maximum print sizeKnown for one210 x 297 mmUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Paper tray media typesKnown for oneEnvelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, TransparenciesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)Known for oneA4, A5, A6Unknown β€” not stated by the source
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneB5Unknown β€” not stated by the source
ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9)Known for oneC5, C6Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Non-ISO print media sizesKnown for oneExecutive, Legal, Statement, LetterUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Envelopes sizesKnown for one10, DLUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Borderless printing media sizesKnown for oneIndex cardUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Paper tray media weightKnown for one60 - 240 g/mΒ²Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Ports & interfacesidentical
Direct printingKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNo
PictBridgeKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNo
I/O portsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1 USB 2.0
USB portKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
USB 2.0 ports quantityKnown for one1Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Standard interfacesKnown for oneUSBUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Performance1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers32 MB64 MB
Maximum internal memoryKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source64 MB
Acoustic power emissionsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source5.7 B(A) (printing at 2.2 ppm)
Built-in processorKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Processor frequencyKnown for one300 MHzUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Sound pressure level (printing)Known for one55 dBUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Design1 differ
Market positioningDiffersHome & officeBusiness
DisplayKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceLCD
Product colourKnown for oneBlack, GreyUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Built-in displayKnown for oneNoUnknown β€” not stated by the source
CertificationKnown for oneS (FCC Rules), Canada (DoC) Safety IEC 950t, UL listed, EU LVD, EN 60950, NEMKO-GS, Canada CSA, Mexico NOM-NYCEUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Power1 differ
Power consumption (PowerSave)Differs11.36 W7 W
Power consumption (printing)Known for one58.7 WUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Power consumption (off)Known for one0.78 WUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Power consumption (standby)Known for one11.36 WUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Power consumption (max)Known for one180 WUnknown β€” not stated by the source
AC input voltageKnown for one100 - 240 VUnknown β€” not stated by the source
AC input frequencyKnown for one50 - 60 HzUnknown β€” not stated by the source
System requirementsidentical
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceWindows 2000; Windows XP Home; Windows XP Professional; Windows XP Professional x64; Mac OS X v 10.3; Mac OS X v 10.4 or higher; Linux (see http://)
Minimum system requirementsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcePentium II (or equivalent) or greater; 64 MB RAM (256 MB recommended); 200 MB free hard disk space (450 recommended); SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit color); 4x CD-ROM drive; USB port and USB cable (not included); Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional; Internet Explorer 5.01
Minimum system requirements for MacintoshKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceMac OS X v 10.3.9 or greater; G3 processor or greater; 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended); 400 MB free hard disk space; USB port and USB cable (not included); SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit color); 4x CD-ROM drive; QuickTime 7.03 or later; HP Memories Disc Creator Software; requires CD writer and 700
JetDirect Compatible ProductsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNo
Windows operating systems supportedKnown for oneWindows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x6Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Mac operating systems supportedKnown for oneMac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 TigerUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Linux operating systems supportedKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Server operating systems supportedKnown for oneWindows Server 2003Unknown β€” not stated by the source
Minimum processorKnown for oneIntel Pentium 90 MHzUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Minimum RAMKnown for one16 MBUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Minimum storage drive spaceKnown for one90 MBUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Operational conditions4 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs15 - 35 Β°C59 - 90 Β°F
Storage temperature (T-T)Differs-40 - 70 Β°C-40 - 149 Β°C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Differs15 - 80%20 - 80%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Differs15 - 90%5 - 90%
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source15 - 32 Β°C
Weight & dimensions1 differ
WeightDiffers12.9 kg17.1 kg
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1200 x 1000 x 2130 mm
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source673.1 x 711 x 241.3 mm
WidthKnown for one496 mmUnknown β€” not stated by the source
DepthKnown for one503.9 mmUnknown β€” not stated by the source
HeightKnown for one301.2 mmUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Packaging dataidentical
Bundled softwareKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceHP Photosmart Premier software
Package weightKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source22.5 kg
Package weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source22.5 kg (49.5 lbs)
Cables includedKnown for oneUSBUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Power cord includedKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Drivers includedKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
ManualKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Logistics dataidentical
Pallet gross weightKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source335 kg
Master (outer) cases per palletKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source2 pc(s)
Layers per palletKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source7 pc(s)
Products per palletKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source14 pc(s)
Products per pallet (EU)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source12 pc(s)
Pallet size (EU)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1200 x 1000 x 2130 mm
Other featuresidentical
Printer managementKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceDirect Adobe RGB and sRGB support, ICC colour management, application-based colour management, Densitometric closed loop calibration new drop detection system
Dimensions (WxDxH)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source673.1 x 429 x 241.3 mm
FunctionsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcePrint
InterfaceKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1 USB 2.0, 1 Ethernet
Media types supportedKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcePaper [photo, digital fine art media (DFA), coated, inkjet, plain], labels, cards (index, greeting)
Networking featuresKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceVia Ethernet port
Power requirementsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceInput voltage: 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 5 Hz), 1 amp
Print headKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source4 (1 each photo black/light gray, matte black/cyan, yellow/magenta, light magenta/light cyan)
Print quality, vertical alignment accuracyKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source+/- 0.05 mm +/- 0.002 in
Print technologyKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceInkjet
Product dimensions when open (LxWxD)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source67.3 cm (26.5")
Size (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source67.3 cm (26.5")
Standard input traysKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source2
Package dimensions (WxDxH)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source785 x 598 x 330 mm
Maximum print lengthKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source482 m
Compatible ink types, suppliesKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcePigment-based
Duplex print optionsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNone (not supported)
Colour printing technologyKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceColorsmart /sRGB, Adobe RGB, ICM, Managed by application
Automatic paper sensorKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNo
Colour managementKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceDirect Adobe RGB and sRGB support, ICC color management, application-based color management, Densitometric closed loop calibration new drop detection system.
Control panelKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceLCD (2-line text) with backlight, qualitative fill levels of cartridges, menu button, delete button, OK button, select buttons
Fade-resistance (archivability, dye ink)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source200 year(s)
Maximum input capacity (photo paper)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source60 sheets
Maximum input capacity for 10 x 15 cm photographsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source60 sheets
Maximum output capacity (photo paper)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source20 sheets
Maximum output capacity for labelsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source20 sheets
Maximum print length (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source44 in
Media sizes supported (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceLetter, legal, tabloid, executive, 3.5 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in (with or without tabs), 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, 11 x 14 in, 11 x 17 in, Super B (13 x 19 in), envelopes
Media thickness (by paper path)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceMain tray: up to 15 mil; specialty media tray: up to 59.1 mil
Package dimensions (W x D x H)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source784.9 x 596.9 x 330.2 mm (30.9 x 23.5 x 13")
Page yield identifierKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcePS9180
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source1219.2 x 1016 x 2438.4 mm (48 x 40 x 96")
Pallet weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source334.3 kg (737 lbs)
Photo proofsheets supportedKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceNo
Print speed (black, best quality, letter)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source< 2.5
Print speed (colour, draft quality, letter)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source< 26
Service & supportKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourcehttp:///support
SkewKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source+/- 0.006 in
Standard input capacity for legalKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source200 sheets
Standard output capacity for labelsKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source20 sheets
Standard output capacity for legalKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source50 sheets
SureSupply connection typeKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceDirect and Network
SureSupply supportedKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceYes
Technical featuresKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceHP Adaptive Lighting, HP Auto Red-eye Removal
Vivera inks supportedKnown for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the sourceYes
Weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown β€” not stated by the source37.7 lb
Networkidentical
Ethernet LANKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Wi-FiKnown for oneYesUnknown β€” not stated by the source
Wi-Fi standardsKnown for one802.11b, 802.11gUnknown β€” not stated by the source

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