Product comparison · 2 large format printers

Epson SureColor P20500 vs HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript

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  • 22specifications compared
  • 18differ
  • 4identical
  • 61known for one product only

Key differences

The Epson SureColor P20500 has 6 more print cartridges than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript (12 vs 6). The Epson SureColor P20500 has 10 - 240 V more AC input voltage than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript (110 - 240 V vs 100 - 240 V). The Epson SureColor P20500 has 938 mm more width than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript (2740 mm vs 1802 mm). Only the Epson SureColor P20500 has built-in display. ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9): A0, A1, A2, A3++, A3+, A3, A4 on the Epson SureColor P20500, A0, A1, A2, A3, A4 on the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript.

  • Number of print cartridges
    • SureColor P20500:12
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:6
  • Media thickness
    • SureColor P20500:0.08 - 1.5 mm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:0.8 mm
  • Product colour
    • SureColor P20500:Black, White
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:Black
  • Built-in display
    • SureColor P20500:Yes
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:No
  • AC input voltage
    • SureColor P20500:110 - 240 V
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:100 - 240 V
  • AC input frequency
    • SureColor P20500:50 - 60 Hz
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:50/60 Hz
  • Width
    • SureColor P20500:2740 mm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:1802 mm
  • Depth
    • SureColor P20500:760 mm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:695 mm

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Comparison of P20500, DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript
83 specifications
Printing2 differ
Print technologyInkjetInkjet
ColourYesYes
Maximum resolution2400 x 1200 DPI2400 x 1200 DPI
Print resolution colourKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2400 x 1200 DPI
Number of print cartridgesDiffers126
Page description languagesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcePostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4
Printing coloursDiffersPhoto black, Matte black, Light Cyan, Light grey, Vivid light magenta, Vivid magenta, Violet, Orange, Green, Grey, Yellow, CyanCyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow
Borderless printingKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Print headKnown for onePrecisionCoreTM Micro TFP printheadUnknown — not stated by the source
Print head nozzlesKnown for one800 Nozzles Black, 800 Nozzles per ColorUnknown — not stated by the source
Colour printing technologyKnown for oneUltrachrome® Pro12Unknown — not stated by the source
Copyingidentical
CopyingNoNo
Paper handling3 differ
Maximum print sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1118 x 1676 mm
Paper tray media typesDiffersRollCoated paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Banner
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)DiffersA0, A1, A2, A3++, A3+, A3, A4A0, A1, A2, A3, A4
Cut sheetsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Media thicknessDiffers0.08 - 1.5 mm0.8 mm
Print margin cut-sheetKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 x 17 x 5 x 5
Custom media sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneB4, B3, B2, B1, B0Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum roll diameterKnown for one17 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Roll weight (rear roll)Known for one2.4 kgUnknown — not stated by the source
Borderless printing widthKnown for one10" (25.4cm) Roll, 17" (43.1cm) Roll, 24" (60.9cm) Roll, 36" (91.4cm) Roll, 44" (111.8cm) Roll, 64" (162.6cm) Roll, A0 (84.1x118.9cm), A1 (59.4x84.1cm), A2 (42.0x59.4cm), A3 (29.7x42.0cm)Unknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfacesidentical
Ethernet LANKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Wi-FiKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
USB portKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Ethernet interface typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceFast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
USB connectorKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceUSB Type-A
Direct printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Ethernet LAN data ratesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi DirectKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
RJ-45 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ePrint
Performance2 differ
Product colourDiffersBlack, WhiteBlack
Built-in displayDiffersYesNo
Country of originKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceChina
CertificationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCompliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)
HP segmentKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBusiness
DisplayKnown for oneLCDUnknown — not stated by the source
Colour displayKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Display diagonalKnown for one11 cm (4.33")Unknown — not stated by the source
Control typeKnown for oneTouchUnknown — not stated by the source
Internal memoryKnown for one6144 MBUnknown — not stated by the source
Internal storage capacityKnown for one960 GBUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage mediaKnown for oneHDD + SSDUnknown — not stated by the source
Sound pressure level (printing)Known for one55 dBUnknown — not stated by the source
Brand-specific featuresidentical
HP ePrintKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
HP Web JetadminKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
HP Dynamic securityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Power2 differ
Power consumption (off)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.1 W
Power consumption (sleep)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6.5 W
Power supplyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 W
AC input voltageDiffers110 - 240 V100 - 240 V
AC input frequencyDiffers50 - 60 Hz50/60 Hz
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source20 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-25 - 55 °C
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceENERGY STAR
Sustainable technologies and materialsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30% post-consumer recycled plastic; Free, convenient HP ink cartridge and printhead recycling with HP Planet Partners; Highest WIR Print Permanence Ratings in the Industry; ENERGY STAR certified; EPEAT registered
Sustainability complianceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers2740 mm1802 mm
DepthDiffers760 mm695 mm
HeightDiffers1145 mm998 mm
WeightDiffers224 kg96 kg
Packaging data5 differ
Package widthDiffers990 mm1950 mm
Package depthDiffers2790 mm766 mm
Package heightDiffers1075 mm718 mm
Package weightDiffers315 kg132 kg
Cartridge(s) includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Bundled softwareDiffersEpson Edge PrintHP Click printing software, HP PrintOS Production Hub, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Partner Link, HP Security Manager (optional), HP SmartStream (optional)
Other featuresidentical
Electromagnetic compatibilityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCompliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)
UNSPSC-codeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source43211612
Ink dropKnown for one3.5 pl, With Variable-Sized Droplet TechnologyUnknown — not stated by the source
Optional storageKnown for one1TB SSDUnknown — not stated by the source
Printer featuresKnown for oneOptical TouchscreenUnknown — not stated by the source
Technical detailsidentical
Box contentsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP DesignJet Z6 PostScript Printer, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand and media bin, spindle, 3-in core adapter[9], quick reference guide, setup poster, power cord
Colours capacityKnown for onePhoto Black [1600ml], Matte Black [1600ml], Cyan [1600ml], Light Cyan [1600ml], Yellow [1600ml], Vivid Magenta [1600ml], Vivid Light Magenta [1600ml], Violet [1600ml], Orange [1600ml], Green [1600ml], Grey [1600ml], Light Grey [1600ml]Unknown — not stated by the source
Ink tank capacityKnown for one1,600 mlUnknown — not stated by the source
Power consumptionKnown for one40 Watt (economy), 2.2 Watt (standby), 0.3 Watt (Power off)Unknown — not stated by the source
Scanningidentical
ScanningKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
System requirementsidentical
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneMAC OS 10.15 + or later, Mac OS 10.14. x, Mac OS 11. x, Mac OS 12. x, Mac OS X 10.9.5 or later, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2008 (32/64bit), Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012 (64bit), Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022Unknown — not stated by the source
Logistics dataidentical
Quantity per packKnown for one1 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source

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