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HP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn vs HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x

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  • 47differ
  • 43identical
  • 22known for one product only

Key differences

The HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x has 6 ppm more print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) than the HP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn (61 ppm vs 55 ppm). The HP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn has 3 s more warm-up time than the HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x (133 s vs 130 s). The HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x has 1.2 s more time to first page (black, normal) than the HP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn (5.1 s vs 3.9 s). Recommended duty cycle: 3750 - 18750 pages per month on the HP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn, 5000 - 25000 pages per month on the HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x. Page description languages: PDF 1.7, PCL 6 on the HP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, PCL 5, PCL 6 on the HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x.

  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:55 ppm
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:61 ppm
  • Warm-up time
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:133 s
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:130 s
  • Time to first page (black, normal)
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:3.9 s
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:5.1 s
  • Maximum duty cycle
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:225000 pages per month
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:275000 pages per month
  • Recommended duty cycle
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:3750 - 18750 pages per month
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:5000 - 25000 pages per month
  • Total number of input trays
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:2
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:3
  • Maximum input capacity
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:2850 sheets
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:4400 sheets
  • Maximum output capacity
    • LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn:500 sheets
    • LaserJet Enterprise M611x:1300 sheets

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Comparison of LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn, LaserJet Enterprise M611x
112 specifications
Printing3 differ
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs55 ppm61 ppm
Warm-up timeDiffers133 s130 s
Time to first page (black, normal)Differs3.9 s5.1 s
Features5 differ
Maximum duty cycleDiffers225000 pages per month275000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycleDiffers3750 - 18750 pages per month5000 - 25000 pages per month
Page description languagesDiffersPDF 1.7, PCL 6PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, PCL 5, PCL 6
Country of originDiffersChina, Japan, Philippines, Czech Republic, IndiaChina
Replacement cartridgesDiffersHP 160A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (10,500 pages) W1600A; HP 160Y Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~38,000 pages) W1600Y.W1470A HP 147A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (10,500 pages);W1470X HP 147X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (25,200 pages); W1470Y HP 147Y Extra High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (42,000 pages)
Input & output capacity3 differ
Total number of input traysDiffers23
Total input capacityKnown for one650 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum input capacityDiffers2850 sheets4400 sheets
Maximum output capacityDiffers500 sheets1300 sheets
Paper tray 2 input capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source550 sheets
Paper handling2 differ
Paper tray media typesDiffersPlain paper, Bond paper, Recycled paper, Envelopes, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies, Pre-printed, Heavy paper, Lightweight paper, Rough paper, LetterheadPlain paper, Bond paper, Recycled paper, Envelopes, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies, Pre-printed, Heavy paper, Lightweight paper, Rough paper
Custom media widthDiffers76.2 - 216 mm76 - 216 mm
Ports & interfaces1 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers23
Network1 differ
Security algorithmsDiffersSNMPv3, SSL/TLS, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS, TLS, FIPS 140, HTTPS, IPSecSNMPv3, SSL/TLS, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS, FIPS 140, HTTPS, IPSec
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneMopria Print Service, Apple AirPrintUnknown — not stated by the source
Performance4 differ
Internal memoryDiffers2048 MB512 MB
Maximum internal memoryDiffers2048 MB1536 MB
Internal storage capacityKnown for one8 GBUnknown — not stated by the source
Sound pressure level (printing)Differs56 dB55 dB
Sound power level (printing)Differs6.8 dB6.9 dB
Processor frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1200 MHz
Design4 differ
DisplayDiffersLCDCGD
Display diagonalDiffers6.86 cm (2.7")10.9 cm (4.3")
Control typeDiffersTouchButtons, Touch
CertificationDiffersCISPR 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.CISPR 22:2008 (International) Class A, CISPR 32:2012 (International) Class A/EN 55032:2012 Class A, CISPR 35:2016 (International) Class A/EN 55035:2017 Class A, EN 55024:2010+A1:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013. Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. Other EMC approval
Power5 differ
Power consumption (printing)Differs760 W821 W
Power consumption (ready)Differs7.5 W14.98 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)Differs0.05 W0.1 W
Power consumption (off)Differs0.05 W0.1 W
Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC)Known for one0.528 kWh/weekUnknown — not stated by the source
AC input voltageDiffers100 - 240 V220 - 240 V
System requirements2 differ
Windows operating systems supportedDiffersWindows 10 x64, Windows 10, Windows 11 x64, Windows 11Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 x64, Windows 7, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 x64, Windows 10
Mac operating systems supportedDiffersMac OS X 14.0 Sonoma, MacOSMac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, MacOS
Other operating systems supportedKnown for oneChromeOS, Android, iOSUnknown — not stated by the source
Sustainability2 differ
Sustainability certificatesDiffersENERGY STAR, Blue Angel, EPEAT GoldENERGY STAR
Sustainable technologies and materialsDiffersRecyclable through HP Planet Partners; Contains at least 5% post-consumer recycled plasticMercury-free
Doesn't containKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMercury
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers400 mm431 mm
DepthDiffers400 mm466 mm
HeightDiffers340 mm380 mm
WeightDiffers12.8 kg21.6 kg
Packaging dataidentical
Package widthKnown for one493 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package depthKnown for one565 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package heightKnown for one442 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package weightKnown for one17.7 kgUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging content1 differ
Included cartridge capacity (black)Differs10000 pages10500 pages
Brand-specific features2 differ
HP Security toolsDiffersIdentity 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; OptionalIdentity management: Kerberos authentication; LDAP authentication; 1000 user PIN codes; Pptional HP and 3rd party advanced authentication solutions (e.g.; badge readers); Network: IPsec/firewall with Certificate; Pre-Shared Key; Kerberos authentication; Supports WJA-10 IPsec configuration Plug-in; 8
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)Differs198701599678, 198415438867, 198415438898, 198415438911, 198415438959, 198701599685, 198415439048, 198701599692, 198415439154, 198415439161, 198415439185194850966026
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) with optionsKnown for one(460) 198701599678; (697) 198415438867; (AB0) 198415438898; (AB2) 198415438911; (ABJ) 198415438959; (AC4) 198701599685; (AC8) 198415439048; (AKV) 198701599692; (BBU) 198415439154; (BGJ) 198415439161; (BGM) 198415439185Unknown — not stated by the source
Technical detailsidentical
Compliance certificatesKnown for oneCECP, GS mark, CCC, BIS, cUL, UL, CE, BSMIUnknown — not stated by the source
Master (outer) cases per pallet layerKnown for one4 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Logistics dataidentical
Pallet gross weightKnown for one370 kgUnknown — not stated by the source
Layers per palletKnown for one5 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Products per palletKnown for one20 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Other features8 differ
Recommended system requirementsDiffers2 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.2 GB available hard disk space; Internet connection; or USB port; Internet browser. 2 GB available hard disk space; Internet connection; or USB port; Internet browser.
Power supply typeDiffersBuilt-in 3-Pin 115V or 220V Internal Power SupplyInternal (built-in) 220V Power Supply
Electromagnetic compatibilityDiffersCISPR 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.CISPR 22:2008 (International) Class A, CISPR 32:2012 (International) Class A/EN 55032:2012 Class A, CISPR 35:2016 (International) Class A/EN 55035:2017 Class A, EN 55024:2010+A1:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013. Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. Other EMC approval
Compatible operating systemsDiffersWindows 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: LinuxmintWindows Client OS (32/64-bit) - Win10, Win8.1, Win7 Ultimate, Mobile OS-, iOS, Android; Mac - Apple macOS Sierra v10.13, Apple macOS High Sierra v10.14, Apple macOS Mojave v10.15; Discrete PCL6 Printer Driver - for more information on the supported operating systems go to http://www.support.hp.com,
Manufacturer warrantyDiffersOne-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)One-year warranty. Warranty and support options vary by product, country and local legal requirements. Go to http://www.hp.com/support to learn about HP award winning service and support options in your region.
Custom media sizesDiffersTray 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 mm100 sheet multipurpose Tray 1: 76 x 127 to 216 to 356 mm; 550 sheet input Tray 2: 99 x 148 to 216 x 356 mm; 550 sheet optional feeder: 99 x 148 to 216 x 356 mm; 75 sheet envelope feeder: 90 x 148 to 178 x 254 mm
Box contentsDiffersHP LaserJet Enterprise 6500dn Printer; HP Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~10K yield); Documentation (Hardware Install Guide, Regulatory Flyer); Power cord.HP LaserJet Multifunction Printer; HP Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~10.5K yield); Documentation (Hardware Install Guide, Regulatory Flyer); Power cord.
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)Known for one1199.9 x 1000 x 2345.9 mm (47.2 x 39.4 x 92.4")Unknown — not stated by the source
Pallet weight (imperial)Known for one370 kg (815.7 lbs)Unknown — not stated by the source
Typical electricity consumption (TEC) numberDiffers0.528 kWh/Week (Blue Angel); 0.621 kWh/Week (ENERGY STAR 3.0)Blue Angel: 2.525 kWh/Week; Energy Star: 0.733 kWh/Week
Processor frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.2 GHz
Acoustic power emissions (ready)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceInaudible

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