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HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer vs HP LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer

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  • 85specifications compared
  • 68differ
  • 17identical
  • 46known for one product only

Key differences

The HP LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer has 25 ppm more print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) than the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer (50 ppm vs 25 ppm). The HP LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer has 90 s more warm-up time than the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer (145 s vs 55 s). The HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer has 6.8 s more time to first page (black, normal) than the HP LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer (10.9 s vs 4.1 s). Only the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer has colour. Only the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer has Wi-Fi.

  • Colour
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:Yes
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:No
  • Maximum resolution
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:600 x 600 DPI
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:1200 x 1200 DPI
  • Print resolution black
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:600 x 600 DPI
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:1200 x 1200 DPI
  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:25 ppm
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:50 ppm
  • Warm-up time
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:55 s
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:145 s
  • Time to first page (black, normal)
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:10.9 s
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:4.1 s
  • Maximum duty cycle
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:40000 pages per month
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:150000 pages per month
  • Recommended duty cycle
    • Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer:150 - 2500 pages per month
    • LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer:2500 - 12500 pages per month

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Comparison of Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw Printer, LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer
131 specifications
Printing6 differ
ColourDiffersYesNo
Maximum resolutionDiffers600 x 600 DPI1200 x 1200 DPI
Print resolution blackDiffers600 x 600 DPI1200 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs25 ppm50 ppm
Warm-up timeDiffers55 s145 s
Time to first page (black, normal)Differs10.9 s4.1 s
Print margins (top, bottom, right, left)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4.23 mm
Watermark printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Print resolution colourKnown for one600 x 600 DPIUnknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Known for one25 ppmUnknown — not stated by the source
Time to first page (colour, normal)Known for one11 sUnknown — not stated by the source
Features6 differ
Maximum duty cycleDiffers40000 pages per month150000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycleDiffers150 - 2500 pages per month2500 - 12500 pages per month
Printing coloursKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBlack
Number of print cartridgesDiffers41
Page description languagesDiffersPDF, JPEG, PWG, URF, PCL 5, PCL 6PDF 1.7, PCL 6
Printer fontsDiffersScalable, TrueTypeScalable, TrueType, Windows, PCL, PostScript
Replacement cartridgesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP 159A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (5,000 pages) W1590A; HP 159X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (10,000 pages) W1590X; HP 159Y Extra High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (26,000 pages) W1590Y.
HP segmentDiffersSmall medium businessBusiness
Input & output capacity5 differ
Total input capacityDiffers250 sheets650 sheets
Total output capacityDiffers100 sheets250 sheets
Paper tray 1 input capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 sheets
Paper tray 2 input capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source550 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 traysDiffers25
Maximum input capacityDiffers251 sheets2300 sheets
Maximum output capacityDiffers100 sheets250 sheets
Paper handling3 differ
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4
Paper tray media typesDiffersPlain paper, Glossy paper, Bond paper, Recycled paper, Envelopes, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies, Heavy paper, Lightweight paper, Rough paper, LetterheadPlain paper, Bond paper, Recycled paper, Envelopes, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies, Rough paper, Letterhead
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4, A5, A6
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceB5
ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceC5, C6
Non-ISO print media sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceOficio, 16K
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceB5, B6
Envelopes sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceB5, C5, C6, DL
Photo paper sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10x15 cm
Photo paper sizes (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3x5,4x6,5x7,5x8,8.5x13
Custom media widthDiffers76 - 216 mm76.2 - 216 mm
Paper tray media weightDiffers60 - 176 g/m²60 - 200 g/m²
Maximum print sizeKnown for one216 x 356 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfacesidentical
Direct printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Network1 differ
Wi-FiDiffersYesNo
BluetoothKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Security algorithmsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSNMPv3, SSL/TLS, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS, TLS, FIPS 140, HTTPS, IPSec
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMopria Print Service, Apple AirPrint
Performance4 differ
Internal memoryDiffers256 MB4096 MB
Maximum internal memoryDiffers256 MB4096 MB
Flash memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source32 MB
Sound pressure level (printing)Differs51 dB55 dB
Sound power level (printing)Differs6.2 dB6.6 dB
Processor frequencyKnown for one1200 MHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Design4 differ
Market positioningKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBusiness
Product colourKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBlue
DisplayDiffersMGDCGD
Colour displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Display diagonalDiffers5.08 cm (2")10.9 cm (4.3")
Control typeDiffersButtonsTouch
CertificationDiffersEN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 +A1:2021; EN 61000-3-3:2021; CISPR 32:2019; CISPR 35:2016; EN 55032:2015+A11:2020+A1:2020; EN 55035:2017+A11:2020; EN 61000-4-12:2017; FCC CFR 47 Part 15B; ICES-003, Issue 6:2019; Other Telecom approvals as required by individual countriesCISPR 22:2008 (International) Class A, CISPR 32:2015 (International) Class A / EN 55032:2015 Class A + A11:2020, CISPR 35:2016 (International) / EN 55035:2017 + A11:2020, EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 + A11:2021, EN IEC 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019 + A2:2021, FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class A, ICES-003, Issue 7 Class A.
Power6 differ
Power consumption (printing)Differs415 W552.4 W
Power consumption (ready)Differs6.1 W4.89 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)Differs0.05 W0.02 W
Power consumption (off)Differs0.05 W0.02 W
Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC)Differs0.272 kWh/week0.419 kWh/week
AC input voltageDiffers110 - 240 V100 - 240 V
AC input frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source50/60 Hz
System requirements3 differ
Windows operating systems supportedDiffersWindows 10, Windows 11Windows 10 x64, Windows 10, Windows 11 x64, Windows 11
Mac operating systems supportedDiffersMac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma, MacOSMac OS X 14.0 Sonoma, MacOS
Other operating systems supportedDiffersAndroid, iOSChromeOS, Android, iOS
Operational conditions2 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs15 - 30 °C10 - 32.5 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)Differs-20 - 60 °C-20 - 40 °C
Sustainabilityidentical
Doesn't containKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMercury
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceENERGY STAR, Blue Angel, EPEAT Gold
Sustainable technologies and materialsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMercury free; Recyclable through HP Planet Partners; Contains at least 5% post-consumer recycled plastic
Carbon footprintidentical
Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source494.4
Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source288
Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source18
Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.4
Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source173
Weight & dimensions5 differ
WidthDiffers390 mm400 mm
DepthDiffers419.1 mm400 mm
HeightDiffers254.2 mm295 mm
WeightDiffers13.8 kg11.9 kg
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H)Differs1200 x 1000 x 2041 mm1200 x 1000 x 2318 mm
Packaging data4 differ
Package widthDiffers497 mm511 mm
Package depthDiffers331 mm497 mm
Package heightDiffers510 mm438 mm
Package weightDiffers16.9 kg15.7 kg
Packaging contentidentical
Warranty cardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Included cartridge capacity (CMY)Known for one500 pagesUnknown — not stated by the source
User guideKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Brand-specific features2 differ
HP Security toolsDiffersDevice Unique Password, Enable/Disable USB Ports, EWS Session Timeout, Access Control for Device Features, Remote Scan Enable/DisableIdentity management: Role Based Access Control (RBAC) Walk-up and Remote Access; Admin PW Protected EWS and Remote Access, Self-signed Certificate; Encrypted passwords; Personal on-device user accounts; Account Lockout (time-based); Kerberos AuthN; LDAP authentication; 1000 user PIN codes; Optional
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)Differs198415329226198415437549, 198415437624, 198415437648, 198415437662, 198415437686, 198415437716, 198415437761, 199642687486, 198415437792, 198415437815, 198415437839, 198415437846, 198415437860
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) with optionsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source(201) 198415437549; (AB0) 198415437624; (AB2) 198415437648; (ABJ) 198415437662; (ABT) 198415437686; (ABY) 198415437716; (ACQ) 198415437761; (B13) 199642687486; (B19) 198415437792; (BAZ) 198415437815; (BBU) 198415437839; (BGJ) 198415437846; (BGM) 198415437860
Technical details2 differ
Compliance certificatesDiffersGS mark, CCC, EAC, BIS, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), CE, BSMICECP, GS mark, CCC, BIS, cUL, UL, CE, BSMI
Master (outer) cases per pallet layerDiffers7 pc(s)4 pc(s)
Logistics data3 differ
Pallet gross weightDiffers474.2 kg330 kg
Layers per palletDiffers4 pc(s)5 pc(s)
Products per palletDiffers28 pc(s)20 pc(s)
Harmonized System (HS) codeKnown for one8443321010Unknown — not stated by the source
Other features12 differ
Recommended system requirementsDiffersMicrosoft Windows 11; 10; 32-bit or 64-bit; 2 GB available hard disk space; Internet connection. Apple macOS 12.0 Monterey; macOS 13.0 Ventura; macOS v14 Sonoma; 2GB HD; Internet required.2 GB available hard disk space; Internet connection; USB port; Internet browser. 2 GB available hard drive space; Internet connection or USB port.
Power supply typeDiffersInternal (Built-in) power supplyBuilt-in 3-Pin 115V or 220V Internal Power Supply
Electromagnetic compatibilityDiffersEN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 +A1:2021; EN 61000-3-3:2021; CISPR 32:2019; CISPR 35:2016; EN 55032:2015+A11:2020+A1:2020; EN 55035:2017+A11:2020; EN 61000-4-12:2017; FCC CFR 47 Part 15B; ICES-003, Issue 6:2019; Other Telecom approvals as required by individual countriesCISPR 22:2008 (International) Class A, CISPR 32:2015 (International) Class A / EN 55032:2015 Class A + A11:2020, CISPR 35:2016 (International) / EN 55035:2017 + A11:2020, EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 + A11:2021, EN IEC 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019 + A2:2021, FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class A, ICES-003, Issue 7 Class A.
Compatible operating systemsDiffersWindows 11; Windows 10; Android; iOS; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; macOS 14 Sonoma; macOS 15 Sequoia; LinuxWindows 11 (64-bit and ARM64); Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit and ARM64); Android; iOS; macOS 14 Sonoma; macOS 15 Sequoia; macOS Tahoe v26; Linux: Debian 10; Linux: Debian 11; Linux: Elementary 6P; Linux: Fedora 31; Linux: Fedora 32; Linux: Fedora 33; Linux: Fedora 34; Linux: Fedora 35; Linux: Linuxmint
Manufacturer warrantyDiffersOne-year limited warranty. For more information please visit us at https://www.support.hp.com[12]. 3-year HP commercial warranty at no extra cost (register within first 60 days at https://www.hp.com/eu/3yearwarranty ).One-year, onsite warranty service. Warranty and support options vary by product, country and local legal requirements. Go to hp.com/support to learn about HP award winning service and support options in your region. (warranty code 4G; warranty ID A001)
PrintingDiffersColour printingMono printing
Custom media sizesDiffers76 x 127 mm to 216 x 356 mmTray 1: 76.2 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm; Tray 2: 105 x 148 to 216 x 356 mm; Optional 550-sheet Tray: 105 x 148 to 216 x 356 mm; Envelope Feeder Accessory: 98 x 162 to 178 x 254 mm
Envelope feederDiffersNoYes
Box contentsDiffersHP Color LaserJet Pro 3201-3204, 3288 Series Printer; HP Black Original Introductory LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~600 pages); HP Cyan, Magenta, Yellow Original Introductory LaserJet Toner Cartridges (~500 pages each); Power cord; User Guide; Flyers; CD (#BBU and #AAC only)HP LaserJet Enterprise 5502dn Printer; HP Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~6,000 pages); Regulatory flyer; Unpack Flyer; Installation Guide; Power cord; Warranty Cards; Support flyers/phone number list
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)Differs1199.9 x 1000 x 2040.9 mm (47.2 x 39.4 x 80.3")1199.9 x 1000 x 2318 mm (47.2 x 39.4 x 91.3")
Pallet weight (imperial)Differs474.2 kg (1045.4 lbs)330 kg (727.5 lbs)
Typical electricity consumption (TEC) numberDiffers0.272 kWh/week (Energy Star)0.419 kWh/Week (Blue Angel); 0.400 kWh/Week (ENERGY STAR 3.0)
Processor frequencyKnown for one1.2 GHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (ready)Known for one16 dBUnknown — not stated by the source

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