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HP DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer vs HP DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript

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  • 30specifications compared
  • 22differ
  • 8identical
  • 11known for one product only

Key differences

The HP DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript has 5 more print cartridges than the HP DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer (9 vs 4). The HP DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer has 0.1 W more power consumption (off) than the HP DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript (0.2 W vs 0.1 W). The HP DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript has 4 W more power consumption (sleep) than the HP DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer (6.5 W vs 2.5 W). ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9): A1, A2, A3, A4 on the HP DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer, A0, A1, A2, A3, A4 on the HP DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript. Country of origin: China, Thailand on the HP DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer, China on the HP DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript.

  • Number of print cartridges
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:4
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:9
  • ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:A1, A2, A3, A4
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:A0, A1, A2, A3, A4
  • Country of origin
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:China, Thailand
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:China
  • Power consumption (off)
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:0.2 W
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:0.1 W
  • Power consumption (sleep)
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:2.5 W
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:6.5 W
  • Width
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:1100 mm
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:1802 mm
  • Depth
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:690 mm
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:695 mm
  • Height
    • DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer:935 mm
    • DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript:998 mm

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Comparison of DesignJet XT870 24-in Printer, DesignJet Z9+ 44-in PostScript
41 specifications
Printing3 differ
Number of print cartridgesDiffers49
Page description languagesDiffersPDF, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4, URFPostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4
Printing coloursDiffersCyan, Matte black, Magenta, YellowCyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow, Grey
ColourKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Paper handling3 differ
Paper tray media typesDiffersCoated paper, Plain paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Matte paper, Banner, Heavy paper, Satin paperCoated paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Banner
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)DiffersA1, A2, A3, A4A0, A1, A2, A3, A4
Custom media sizesDiffersAuto sheet feeder: 210 x 279 to 305 x 457 mm; Manual feed: 210 x 279 to 609 x 1676 mm210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm
Ports & interfacesidentical
Direct printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Wi-Fi DirectKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ePrint
Performance2 differ
Country of originDiffersChina, ThailandChina
CertificationDiffersCompliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (RED Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Korea (KCC)Compliant 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)
Internal memoryKnown for one1024 MBUnknown — not stated by the source
Brand-specific featuresidentical
HP Dynamic securityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)Known for one881767182266, 199251089374Unknown — not stated by the source
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) with optionsKnown for one(ACJ) 881767182266; (B1K) 199251089374Unknown — not stated by the source
Power2 differ
Power consumption (off)Differs0.2 W0.1 W
Power consumption (sleep)Differs2.5 W6.5 W
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source20 - 80%
Operating altitudeKnown for one0 - 3000 mUnknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
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
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers1100 mm1802 mm
DepthDiffers690 mm695 mm
HeightDiffers935 mm998 mm
WeightDiffers38.5 kg98 kg
Packaging data5 differ
Package widthDiffers1310 mm1950 mm
Package depthDiffers570 mm766 mm
Package heightDiffers640 mm718 mm
Package weightDiffers48.5 kg137 kg
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP Click App for Windows and Mac, HP App for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS, PartnerLinkHP Click printing software, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Partner Link, HP Security Manager (optional), HP SmartStream (optional)
Other features2 differ
Electromagnetic compatibilityDiffersCompliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (RED Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Korea (KCC)Compliant 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-codeDiffers4321211043211612
Technical details1 differ
Box contentsDiffersHP DesignJet XT870 Printer, printhead, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, guide, warranty flyer, power cordHP DesignJet Z9+ PostScript Printer, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand and media bin, spindle, 3-in core adapter[10], quick reference guide, setup poster, power cord

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