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HP DesignJet XT950 Printer vs HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript

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  • 44specifications compared
  • 26differ
  • 18identical
  • 24known for one product only

Key differences

The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript has 2 more print cartridges than the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer (6 vs 4). The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript has 0.5 mm more media thickness than the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer (0.8 mm vs 0.3 mm). The HP DesignJet XT950 Printer has 0.1 W more power consumption (off) than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript (0.2 W vs 0.1 W). Only the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer has Wi-Fi. Print technology: Thermal inkjet on the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer, Inkjet on the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript.

  • Print technology
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:Thermal inkjet
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:Inkjet
  • Number of print cartridges
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:4
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:6
  • Maximum print size
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:A0 (841 x 1189 mm)
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:1118 x 1676 mm
  • Media thickness
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:0.3 mm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:0.8 mm
  • Wi-Fi
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:Yes
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:No
  • Product colour
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:White
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:Black
  • Country of origin
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:China, Thailand
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:China
  • Power consumption (off)
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:0.2 W
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:0.1 W

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Comparison of DesignJet XT950 Printer, DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript
68 specifications
Printing4 differ
Print technologyDiffersThermal inkjetInkjet
ColourYesYes
Maximum resolution2400 x 1200 DPI2400 x 1200 DPI
Print resolution colour2400 x 1200 DPI2400 x 1200 DPI
Number of print cartridgesDiffers46
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
Copyingidentical
CopyingNoNo
Paper handling4 differ
Maximum print sizeDiffersA0 (841 x 1189 mm)1118 x 1676 mm
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)A0, A1, A2, A3, A4A0, A1, A2, A3, A4
Cut sheetsYesYes
Media thicknessDiffers0.3 mm0.8 mm
Print margin cut-sheetKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 x 17 x 5 x 5
Custom media sizesDiffersFront-loading input tray: 210 x 279 to 305 x 457 mm; Manual feed: 210 x 279 to 914 x 1676 mm210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm
Maximum roll widthKnown for one91.4 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum roll diameterKnown for one14 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Recommended media weightKnown for one60 - 280 g/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces1 differ
Ethernet LANYesYes
Wi-FiDiffersYesNo
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 rates10,100,1000 Mbit/s10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi DirectYesYes
RJ-45 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ePrint
Performance3 differ
Product colourDiffersWhiteBlack
Built-in displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
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)
HP segmentBusinessBusiness
Internal memoryKnown for one1024 MBUnknown — not stated by the source
Internal storage capacityKnown for one2.7 GBUnknown — 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 securityYesYes
Power2 differ
Power consumption (off)Differs0.2 W0.1 W
Power consumption (sleep)Differs2.5 W6.5 W
Power supplyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 W
AC input voltage100 - 240 V100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50/60 Hz50/60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)Known for one35 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 40 °C5 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%20 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T)-25 - 55 °C-25 - 55 °C
Operating altitudeKnown for one0 - 3000 mUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Known for one0 - 95%Unknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STARENERGY 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 complianceYesYes
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers1407 mm1802 mm
DepthDiffers720 mm695 mm
HeightDiffers967 mm998 mm
WeightDiffers56 kg96 kg
Packaging data5 differ
Package widthDiffers1575 mm1950 mm
Package depthDiffers630 mm766 mm
Package heightDiffers780 mm718 mm
Package weightDiffers84 kg132 kg
Cartridge(s) includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP app for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOSHP Click printing software, HP PrintOS Production Hub, 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-codeDiffers4321210743211612
Ink dropKnown for one6 pl (C, M, Y); 12.6 pl (mK)Unknown — not stated by the source
Technical details1 differ
Box contentsDiffersHP DesignJet XT950 Printer, printhead, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, guide, warranty flyer, power cordHP 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
Scanningidentical
ScanningKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source

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