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

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  • 50specifications compared
  • 31differ
  • 19identical
  • 13known for one product only

Key differences

The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer has 2 more print cartridges than the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer (6 vs 4). The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer has 0.5 mm more media thickness than the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer (0.8 mm vs 0.3 mm). The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer has 20.4 cm more maximum roll width than the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer (111.8 cm vs 91.4 cm). Only the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer has Wi-Fi. Maximum print size: A0 (841 x 1189 mm) on the HP DesignJet XT950 Printer, 1118 x 1676 mm on the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer.

  • Number of print cartridges
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:4
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:6
  • Maximum print size
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:A0 (841 x 1189 mm)
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:1118 x 1676 mm
  • Media thickness
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:0.3 mm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:0.8 mm
  • Maximum roll width
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:91.4 cm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:111.8 cm
  • Maximum roll diameter
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:14 cm
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:13.5 cm
  • Recommended media weight
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:60 - 280 g/m²
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:80 - 500 g/m²
  • Wi-Fi
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:Yes
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:No
  • Ethernet LAN data rates
    • DesignJet XT950 Printer:10,100,1000 Mbit/s
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:1000 Mbit/s

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Comparison of DesignJet XT950 Printer, DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer
63 specifications
Printing3 differ
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
Print cartridge volume (metric)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source300 ml
Paper handling7 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
Media thicknessDiffers0.3 mm0.8 mm
Maximum roll widthDiffers91.4 cm111.8 cm
Maximum roll diameterDiffers14 cm13.5 cm
Print margin cut-sheetKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 x 17 x 5 x 5
Print margin rollKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 mm
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
Recommended media weightDiffers60 - 280 g/m²80 - 500 g/m²
Ports & interfaces2 differ
Wi-FiDiffersYesNo
USB portKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Direct printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Ethernet LAN data ratesDiffers10,100,1000 Mbit/s1000 Mbit/s
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ePrint
Performance4 differ
Product colourDiffersWhiteBlack
Built-in displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Internal storage capacityDiffers2.7 GB500 GB
Country of originDiffersChina, ThailandSingapore, Malaysia
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 GTIN (EAN/UPC)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source198701770725
Power3 differ
Power consumption (off)Differs0.2 W0.1 W
Power consumption (sleep)Differs2.5 W6.5 W
Power consumption (typical)Differs35 W100 W
Operational conditionsidentical
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
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
WidthDiffers1407 mm1802 mm
DepthDiffers720 mm695 mm
HeightDiffers967 mm998 mm
WeightDiffers56 kg86 kg
Packaging data5 differ
Package widthDiffers1575 mm1950 mm
Package depthDiffers630 mm766 mm
Package heightDiffers780 mm718 mm
Package weightDiffers84 kg123 kg
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP app for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOSHP Click printing software, HP PrintOS, HP Web Jetadmin, HP DesignJet Utility including HP Color Center, HP Partner Link, HP JetAdvantage 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-codeDiffers4321210743212104
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, quick reference guide, setup poster, power cord

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