Product comparison · 2 laser printers

HP Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer vs HP LaserJet Ent 8501dn

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  • 97specifications compared
  • 76differ
  • 21identical
  • 35known for one product only

Key differences

The HP LaserJet Ent 8501dn has 40 ppm more print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) than the HP Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer (70 ppm vs 30 ppm). The HP LaserJet Ent 8501dn has 76 s more warm-up time than the HP Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer (100 s vs 24 s). The HP Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer has 2.9 s more time to first page (black, normal) than the HP LaserJet Ent 8501dn (8.5 s vs 5.6 s). Only the HP LaserJet Ent 8501dn has direct printing. Only the HP LaserJet Ent 8501dn has built-in display.

  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:30 ppm
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:70 ppm
  • Warm-up time
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:24 s
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:100 s
  • Time to first page (black, normal)
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:8.5 s
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:5.6 s
  • Print margins (top, bottom, right, left)
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:5 mm
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:4.23 mm
  • Maximum duty cycle
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:30000 pages per month
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:250000 pages per month
  • Printer fonts
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:Scalable, Bitmap
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:Scalable, TrueType
  • HP segment
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:Business
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:Enterprise
  • Total number of input trays
    • Laser 30330dn Black and white Printer:1
    • LaserJet Ent 8501dn:3

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Comparison of 30330dn, LaserJet Ent 8501dn
132 specifications
Printing4 differ
ColourNoNo
Print technologyLaserLaser
Duplex printingYesYes
Duplex printing modeAutoAuto
Maximum resolution1200 x 1200 DPI1200 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs30 ppm70 ppm
Print speed (black, normal quality, A3)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source35 ppm
Warm-up timeDiffers24 s100 s
Time to first page (black, normal)Differs8.5 s5.6 s
Print margins (top, bottom, right, left)Differs5 mm4.23 mm
Secure printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Watermark printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Print resolution blackKnown for one1200 x 1200 DPIUnknown — not stated by the source
Features6 differ
Maximum duty cycleDiffers30000 pages per month250000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycleKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0 - 60000 pages per month
Printing coloursBlackBlack
Number of print cartridges11
Page description languagesDiffersPCLm, PWG, URF, PCL 6PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, PCL 5e, PCL 6
Printer fontsDiffersScalable, BitmapScalable, TrueType
Country of originDiffersChinaChina, Mexico, Czech Republic
Replacement cartridgesDiffersHP Black Laser Toner Cartridge W1820XCHP 176A Black LJ Toner Cartridge W1760A (ISO Yield 45,000)
HP segmentDiffersBusinessEnterprise
Input & output capacity8 differ
Total number of input traysDiffers13
Total input capacityDiffers250 sheets1140 sheets
Total output capacityDiffers100 sheets500 sheets
Paper tray 1 input capacityDiffers1 sheets100 sheets
Paper tray 2 input capacityDiffers250 sheets520 sheets
Multi-Purpose trayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Multi-Purpose tray input capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 sheets
Maximum number of input traysDiffers23
Maximum input capacityDiffers251 sheets1140 sheets
Maximum output capacityDiffers120 sheets500 sheets
Paper handling11 differ
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeDiffersA4A3
Maximum print sizeDiffers216 x 356 mm311.5 x 448.7 mm
Paper tray media typesDiffersPlain paper, Bond paper, Recycled paper, Card stock, Labels, Thin paper, Thicker paper, Thick paperPlain paper, Bond paper, Recycled paper, Matte paper, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies, Heavy paper, Lightweight paper, Letterhead
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)DiffersA4, A5A3, A4, A5, A6
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)B5B5
ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9)DiffersC5C5, C6
Non-ISO print media sizesDiffersOficioOficio, 16K
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)DiffersB5B4, B5, B6
Envelopes sizesDiffersC5, DLB5, C5, C6, DL
Photo paper sizes10x15 cm10x15 cm
Custom media widthDiffers76.2 - 148.5 mm98 - 320 mm
Custom media lengthDiffers216 - 356 mm139.7 - 457.2 mm
Paper tray media weightDiffers60 - 220 g/m²60 - 325 g/m²
Photo paper sizes (imperial)Known for one4x6"Unknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces1 differ
Direct printingDiffersNoYes
USB portYesYes
USB 2.0 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Network3 differ
Wi-FiNoNo
Ethernet LANYesYes
Cabling technologyDiffers10/100Base-T(X)10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet LAN data ratesDiffers10,100 Mbit/s10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi DirectKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Security algorithmsDiffersIPPSSNMPv3, SSL/TLS, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS, HTTPS
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMopria Print Service, Apple AirPrint
Performance5 differ
Internal memoryDiffers256 MB6144 MB
Maximum internal memoryDiffers256 MB6144 MB
Internal storage capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source256 GB
Storage mediaKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSSD
Built-in processorYesYes
Processor frequencyDiffers600 MHz1600 MHz
Sound pressure level (printing)Differs53 dB55 dB
Sound power level (printing)Differs6.8 dB70 dB
Design4 differ
Market positioningDiffersBusinessEnterprise
Product colourDiffersWhiteBlue, White
Built-in displayDiffersNoYes
DisplayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCGD
Colour displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Display diagonalKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10.9 cm (4.3")
Control typeDiffersButtonsTouch
CertificationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCISPR 22:2008 (International) - Class A, CISPR 32:2015 (International) - Class A, EN 55032: 2015 (EU) - Class A, CISPR 11:2016, EN 55011:2016, EN 61000-3-2: 2019, EN 61000-3-3: 2013+A1:2019, EN 55024: 2010+A1:2015, EN 55035:2017+A11:2020, EN60601-1-2:2015, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, FCC CFR 47 Part 1
Power4 differ
Power consumption (printing)Differs445 W24.37 W
Power consumption (ready)Differs42 W40.08 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.11 W
Power consumption (off)Differs0.1 W0.11 W
AC input voltageDiffers110 - 240 V100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50/60 Hz50/60 Hz
Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC)Known for one1.167 kWh/weekUnknown — not stated by the source
System requirements1 differ
Windows operating systems supportedDiffersWindows 10, Windows 11Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11
Mac operating systems supportedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma, MacOS
Other operating systems supportedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceAndroid, iOS
Operational conditions3 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs10 - 30 °C15 - 30 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)Differs-20 - 40 °C-10 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Differs10 - 90%20 - 80%
Sustainability2 differ
Sustainability certificatesDiffersForest Stewardship Council (FSC)ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, Blue Angel, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Sustainable technologies and materialsDiffersFSC Certified Packaging; 20% post-consumer recycled plasticFSC Certified Packaging; 10% post-consumer recycled plastic
Sustainability complianceYesYes
Carbon footprintidentical
Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source670
Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source416
Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30
Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source26
Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60
Weight & dimensions5 differ
WidthDiffers368 mm585 mm
DepthDiffers334.5 mm695 mm
HeightDiffers202 mm714 mm
WeightDiffers7.4 kg65.5 kg
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H)Differs928 x 910 x 2010 mm755 x 850 x 980 mm
Packaging data4 differ
Package widthDiffers458 mm755 mm
Package depthDiffers449 mm850 mm
Package heightDiffers315 mm980 mm
Package weightDiffers9.5 kg75.9 kg
Packaging contentidentical
Cables includedACAC
Quick installation guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Cartridge(s) includedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Included cartridge capacity (black)Known for one1500 pagesUnknown — not stated by the source
Bundled softwareKnown for oneCommon Installer, V3 Print Driver with Lite SM, Printer Manager (for USB only model)Unknown — not stated by the source
Brand-specific features1 differ
HP Dynamic securityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
HP Security toolsDiffersSecure Boot; Code Signing; IPPS; IPsec; IP Filtering; Port DisableIdentity management: Kerberos authentication, LDAP authentication, 1000 user PIN codes, Optional HP and 3rd party advanced authentication solutions (e.g., badge readers); Network: IPsec/firewall with Certificate/Pre-shared Key authentication, Supports WJA-10 IPsec configuration Plug-in, 802.1X authe
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)Known for one198415787569Unknown — not stated by the source
Logistics data3 differ
Harmonized System (HS) code84433210108443321010
Pallet gross weightDiffers238 kg75.9 kg
Layers per palletDiffers6 pc(s)1 pc(s)
Products per palletDiffers24 pc(s)1 pc(s)
Technical details2 differ
Compliance certificatesDiffersCCC, BIS, CEGS mark, CCC, BIS, cUL, UL, CE, BSMI
Master (outer) cases per pallet layerDiffers4 pc(s)1 pc(s)
Other features9 differ
Recommended system requirementsDiffersWindows 11: 64-bit ; Windows 10; 2016/2019 Server: 32-bit or 64-bit; 1 GB RAM; 16 GB HD; Internet; USB2 GB available hard disk space; Internet connection; or USB port; Internet browser. 2 GB available hard drive space; Internet connection or USB port; Internet browser.
Power supply typeDiffersInternal (built-in) power supply for either 110- or 220-VAC sourceInternal (Built-in) power supply
Electromagnetic compatibilityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCISPR 22:2008 (International) - Class A, CISPR 32:2015 (International) - Class A, EN 55032: 2015 (EU) - Class A, CISPR 11:2016, EN 55011:2016, EN 61000-3-2: 2019, EN 61000-3-3: 2013+A1:2019, EN 55024: 2010+A1:2015, EN 55035:2017+A11:2020, EN60601-1-2:2015, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, FCC CFR 47 Part 1
Compatible operating systemsDiffersWindows 11; Windows 10Windows 11; Windows 10; Windows Client OS; Android; iOS; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; MacOS v14 Sonoma; Windows 8.1
Recommended humidity operating range20 - 80%20 - 80%
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)Differs10 - 30 °C15 - 30 °C
Custom media sizesDiffersMultipurpose tray (Tray 1): 76.2 x 216 to 127 x 356 mm; Cassette (Tray 2): 105 x 216 to 148.5 x 356 mmTray 1: 98 x 139.7 to 320 x 457.2 mm; Tray 2: 98 x 139.7 to 297 x 390 mm; Tray 3: 140 x 182 to 320 x 457.2 mm
Envelope feederNoNo
Acoustic power emissions (ready)InaudibleInaudible
Box contentsDiffersPower cord; toner cartridge; Imaging DRUM; QIG; Reference guideInstallation guide; regulatory flyer; power cords; manual
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)Differs927.1 x 909.3 x 2009.1 mm (36.5 x 35.8 x 79.1")754.4 x 850.9 x 980.4 mm (29.7 x 33.5 x 38.6")
Pallet weight (imperial)Differs238 kg (524.7 lbs)75.9 kg (167.3 lbs)
Typical electricity consumption (TEC) numberDiffers1.167 kWh/Week1.027 kWh/Week
UNSPSC-code4321210543212105
Manufacturer warrantyKnown for oneStandard Warranty Strategy: One-year limited warranty (simple repair for APJ only)Unknown — not stated by the source
PrintingKnown for oneMono printingUnknown — not stated by the source

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