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HP Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4 vs HP Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4

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  • 45specifications compared
  • 10differ
  • 35identical
  • 154known for one product only

Key differences

  • Print technology
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:Inkjet
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:Thermal inkjet
  • Maximum copy resolution
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:600
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:600 x 600 DPI
  • Maximum number of copies
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:50 copies
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:99 copies
  • TWAIN version
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:Version 1.9
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:1.9
  • ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:B5, B6
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:B5, B6, B7
  • Width
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:452 mm
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:431.8 mm
  • Depth
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:407 mm
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:374.7 mm
  • Height
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:206 mm
    • Photosmart B209c Thermal inkjet A4:210.8 mm

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Comparison of B209a, B209c
199 specifications
Printing1 differ
Print technologyDiffersInkjetThermal inkjet
PrintingColour printingColour printing
Duplex printingYesYes
Duplex printing modeManualManual
Maximum resolution4800 x 1200 DPI4800 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)15 ppm15 ppm
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)11 ppm11 ppm
Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter)30 ppm30 ppm
Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter)28 ppm28 ppm
Print speed (black, best quality, A4)Known for one2.5 ppmUnknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (black, best quality, letter)Known for one< 2.5Unknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (colour, best quality, A4)Known for one2 ppmUnknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (colour, best quality, letter)Known for one< 2Unknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (colour, draft quality, letter)Known for one< 28Unknown — not stated by the source
Copying2 differ
CopyingColour copyingColour copying
Maximum copy resolutionDiffers600600 x 600 DPI
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)9.5 cpm9.5 cpm
Copy speed (colour, normal quality, A4)10 cpm10 cpm
Copy speed (colour, normal, US Letter)Known for one9.5 cpmUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum number of copiesDiffers50 copies99 copies
Copy resolution (black graphics)Known for oneUp to 600 dpiUnknown — not stated by the source
Copy resolution (colour text and graphics)Known for one600 DPIUnknown — not stated by the source
Copy speed (black, best, letter)Known for one0.7Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum copy speed (black, A4)Known for one30 cpmUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum copy speed (colour, A4)Known for one28 cpmUnknown — not stated by the source
Copy speed (black, draft, A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30 cpm
Copy speed (colour, draft, A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source28 cpm
Copier resizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source25 - 400%
Scanning1 differ
ScanningColour scanningColour scanning
Optical scanning resolution1200 x 2400 DPI1200 x 2400 DPI
Maximum scan area216 x 297 mm216 x 297 mm
Scanner typeFlatbed scannerFlatbed scanner
Scan technologyCISCIS
Input colour depth48 bit48 bit
Greyscale levelsKnown for one65536Unknown — not stated by the source
TWAIN versionDiffersVersion 1.91.9
Scan input modesKnown for oneFront Panel scan, HP Photosmart softwareUnknown — not stated by the source
Scanner featuresKnown for oneScan Functional Keys on Control PanelUnknown — not stated by the source
Scan driversKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceTWAIN
Faxidentical
FaxingNoNo
Featuresidentical
Digital senderKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Number of print cartridgesKnown for one4Unknown — not stated by the source
All-In-One-multitaskingYesYes
Maximum duty cycleKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2500 pages per month
Printing coloursKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBlack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
Page description languagesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcePCL 3
Input & output capacityidentical
Total number of input traysKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Total input capacity125 sheets125 sheets
Total output capacity50 sheets50 sheets
Maximum output capacityKnown for one50 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Standard input capacity for cardsKnown for one40Unknown — not stated by the source
Standard input capacity for transparenciesKnown for one40Unknown — not stated by the source
Input capacity for envelopes (primary tray)Known for one15 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum input capacity for envelopesKnown for oneUp to 15Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum input capacity for labelsKnown for one40Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum input capacity for transparenciesKnown for one40 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Standard output capacity for cardsKnown for one25Unknown — not stated by the source
Standard output capacity for envelopesKnown for one15 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Paper handling1 differ
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4A4
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A4, A5, A6A4, A5, A6
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)DiffersB5, B6B5, B6, B7
Non-ISO print media sizesKnown for oneExecutiveUnknown — not stated by the source
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneB5, B6Unknown — not stated by the source
Media weight (tray 1)Known for one60 to 280 g/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Envelope feederKnown for one15Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum input capacity for cardsKnown for one60Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum paper traysKnown for one1 plus automated 13 x 18 cm photo trayUnknown — not stated by the source
Media handlingKnown for oneSheet feedUnknown — not stated by the source
Media type and capacity (tray 2)Known for onephoto paper: 20Unknown — not stated by the source
Paper handling standard/inputKnown for one125-sheet input tray, 20-sheet photo trayUnknown — not stated by the source
Paper handling standard/outputKnown for one50-sheet output trayUnknown — not stated by the source
Recommended media weightKnown for one60 - 280 g/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Paper handlingKnown for one125-sheet input tray, 20-sheet photo tray, 50-sheet output trayUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum print sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source216 x 356 mm
Paper tray media typesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCard stock, Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Transparencies
ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceC5, C6
Envelopes sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10
Photo paper sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source9x13,13x18 cm
Photo paper sizes (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3.5x5,4x6,5x7,8x10
Ports & interfacesidentical
Direct printingKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
USB 2.0 ports quantity11
Standard interfacesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceUSB, Wireless LAN
USB portKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Networkidentical
Wi-FiYesYes
Ethernet LANNoNo
Wi-Fi standardsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source802.11b, 802.11g
Performanceidentical
Internal memory64 MB64 MB
Card reader integratedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Minimum system requirementsKnown for oneMicrosoft Windows XP* (SP1) or higher; any Intel Pentium II, Celeron or compatible processor; 233 MHz or higher; 128 MB RAM (256 MB or higher recommended), 800 MB hard disk space, Internet Explorer 6 or higher, USB port; Windows Vista: 800 MHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (64) processor, 512 MB RAM, 920 MUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum internal memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source64 MB
Designidentical
Product colourBlackBlack
Market positioningHome & officeHome & office
Display diagonal5.99 cm (2.36")5.99 cm (2.36")
Built-in displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
TouchscreenKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Control typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceTouch
Colour displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Poweridentical
Power consumption (off)0.4 W0.4 W
Power consumption (max)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source27 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2.6 W
Power consumption (standby)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4.5 W
AC input frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltageKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 - 240 V
System requirements1 differ
Windows operating systems supportedDiffersWindows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XPWindows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Win
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow LeopardMac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for one15 - 80%Unknown — not stated by the source
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for one59 - 90 °FUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for one-40 - 60 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)Known for one15 - 32 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 - 90%
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STARENERGY STAR
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers452 mm431.8 mm
DepthDiffers407 mm374.7 mm
HeightDiffers206 mm210.8 mm
WeightDiffers7.2 kg7.3 kg
Packaging dataidentical
Package widthKnown for one500 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package depthKnown for one283 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package heightKnown for one469 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package weightKnown for one8.9 kgUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging contentidentical
Bundled softwareWindows Live Photo GalleryWindows Live Photo Gallery
ManualKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Power cord includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Warranty cardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Logistics dataidentical
Pallet gross weightKnown for one252 kgUnknown — not stated by the source
Master (outer) cases per palletKnown for one8 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Layers per palletKnown for one4 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Products per palletKnown for one32 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Other featuresidentical
Standard input traysKnown for one1 plus automated 13 x 18 cm photo trayUnknown — not stated by the source
Networking featuresKnown for oneBluetooth via HP bt500 Bluetooth USB 2.0 Wireless Adapter (Q6273A), Wireless 802.11g/bUnknown — not stated by the source
Dimensions (WxDxH)Known for one452 x 407 x 206 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
All-in-one functionsKnown for oneCopy, ScanUnknown — not stated by the source
Colour all-in-one functionsKnown for oneCopy, Print, ScanUnknown — not stated by the source
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneWindows Vista (32/64-bit); Microsoft Windows XP (SP1 or higher/32-bit); Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5Unknown — not stated by the source
FunctionsKnown for onePrint, copy, scanUnknown — not stated by the source
Media types supportedKnown for onePaper (plain, inkjet, photo), transparencies, envelopes, labels, cards (index, greeting)Unknown — not stated by the source
Minimum system requirements for MacintoshKnown for oneMac OS X v10.4 or v10.5; PowerPC G3, G4, G5 or Intel Core processor; 256 MB RAM; 500 MB available hard disk space; CD ROM drive; USB portUnknown — not stated by the source
PictBridgeYesYes
Power requirementsKnown for oneInput voltage 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz)Unknown — not stated by the source
Print headKnown for one2Unknown — not stated by the source
Print quality, vertical alignment accuracyKnown for one+/- 0.1524 mm +/- 0.006 inUnknown — not stated by the source
Product dimensions when open (LxWxD)Known for one45.2 cm (17.8")Unknown — not stated by the source
SafetyKnown for oneIEC 60950-1: 2001/EN 60950-1: 2001 compliant, EU LVD 2006/95/EC, IEC 60825-1: 1993+A1; 1997+A2: 2001/EN 60825-1: 1994: Class 1 for LEDs, US/Canada CSA60950-1 first edition/UL60950-1 first edition and CSA listed. Power supply: Nemko CB Certificate, EU LVD Directive, US/Canada UL listedUnknown — not stated by the source
Size (imperial)Known for one45.2 cm (17.8")Unknown — not stated by the source
Wireless technologyKnown for oneIEEE 802.11b/gUnknown — not stated by the source
Media size (tray 1)Known for oneA4, A5, A6, B5, B6, B7, C5, C6, 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package dimensions (WxDxH)Known for one500 x 283 x 469 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Electromagnetic compatibilityKnown for oneUS/Canada-CFR 47 Part 15 subpart b, EU/EMEA-CISPR22: 2005/EN55022: 2006+A1: 2007 Class B, CISPR24: 1997+A1: 2001 + A2: 2002/EN55024: 1998+A1: 2001+A2: 2003, IEC61000-3-2: 2000 A1: 2000+A2: 2005/EN61000-3-2: 2000+A2: 2005, IEC61000-3-3: 1994+A1: 2001+ A2: 2005/EN61000-3-3: 1995+A1: 2001+A2: 2005/EN 3Unknown — not stated by the source
I/O portsKnown for one1 USB; 1 PictBridgeUnknown — not stated by the source
Acoustic power emissionsKnown for one6.7 B(A) (printing at 16 ppm)Unknown — not stated by the source
Acoustic power emissions (active, print, copy or scan)Known for one60 dBUnknown — not stated by the source
Automatic paper sensorKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Camera phoneKnown for oneDirect photo printing from camera phones included Bluetooth YesUnknown — not stated by the source
Compatible ink types, suppliesKnown for oneDye-based; pigment-basedUnknown — not stated by the source
Custom media sizesKnown for oneMain tray: 80 x 130 to 220 x 360 mm, photo tray: 90 x 130 to 130 x 180 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Duplex print optionsKnown for oneManual (driver support provided)Unknown — not stated by the source
Duty cycle letter size (maximum)Known for one2500 pages per monthUnknown — not stated by the source
Exifprint supportedKnown for oneY, Version 2.2Unknown — not stated by the source
Export file formatsKnown for oneJPEG (EXIF); TIFUnknown — not stated by the source
Image scaling/enlargement rangeKnown for one25 to 400% in 1% incrementsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H)Known for one452 x 524 x 440 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum input capacity (photo paper)Known for one60 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum output capacity (photo paper)Known for one25 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum output capacity for cardsKnown for one25 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum output capacity for envelopesKnown for one15 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum output capacity for labelsKnown for one25 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum output capacity for transparenciesKnown for one25 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum print length (imperial)Known for one14 inUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum scan area (imperial)Known for one21.6 cm (8.5")Unknown — not stated by the source
Media size (tray 2)Known for oneA6, B6, B7, C6, B7 (JIS), 90 x 130 to 130 x 180 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Media sizes supported (imperial)Known for oneMain Tray: letter, legal, executive, 3 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, No. 10 envelopes; photo tray: 3.5 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 inUnknown — not stated by the source
Media weight (tray 2)Known for one200 to 280 g/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Media weights by paper pathKnown for oneMain tray: 60 to 280 g/m², photo tray: 200 to 280 g/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Package dimensions (W x D x H)Known for one500.4 x 284.5 x 469.9 mm (19.7 x 11.2 x 18.5")Unknown — not stated by the source
Package weight (imperial)Known for one8.9 kg (19.6 lbs)Unknown — not stated by the source
Page yield identifierKnown for onePSB209aUnknown — not stated by the source
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H)Known for one1200 x 1000 x 2015 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)Known for one1201.4 x 1000.8 x 2014.2 mm (47.3 x 39.4 x 79.3")Unknown — not stated by the source
Pallet weight (imperial)Known for one251.3 kg (554 lbs)Unknown — not stated by the source
Print head nozzlesKnown for one2736Unknown — not stated by the source
Print quality (black, best quality)Known for one600Unknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (colour, full-page colour, draft quality, A4)Known for one1 ppmUnknown — not stated by the source
Printer smart software featuresKnown for oneManual/automatic duplex printing; Booklet printing; N-up printing; Paper saving shortcuts; Watermarks; Supports a variety of paper sizes and types; Quick forms (Sudoku)Unknown — not stated by the source
Product dimensions optional (metric)Known for one452 x 407 x 206 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Recommended media weight (imperial)Known for one16 to 24 lbUnknown — not stated by the source
SkewKnown for one+/- 0.003 inUnknown — not stated by the source
Standard input capacity for legalKnown for one125 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Standard media sizesKnown for oneMain tray: A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, B7, C5, C6, B5 (JIS), B6 (JIS), B7 (JIS); photo tray: 100 x 150 mm, 130 x 180 mm, A6, B6, B7, C6, B7 (JIS)Unknown — not stated by the source
Standard output capacity for labelsKnown for one25 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Standard output capacity for legalKnown for one10 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
Standard output capacity for transparenciesKnown for one25 sheetsUnknown — not stated by the source
SureSupply connection typeKnown for oneDirect and NetworkUnknown — not stated by the source
SureSupply supportedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Technical featuresKnown for oneHP Smart Web Printing, HP Photo Print Gadget, automated 13 x 18 cm photo tray. HP Photosmart 4 individual inks; optional high-capacity cartridges. Easy to use wireless all-in-one with HP TouchSmart screen. Paper-saving printing option, ENERGY STAR qualified. Standalone copying without having to switUnknown — not stated by the source
Video action printing supportedKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Vivera inks supportedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Weight (imperial)Known for one7.12 kg (15.7 lbs)Unknown — not stated by the source
Wireless option typeKnown for oneYes, embeddedUnknown — not stated by the source
Software CDKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Brand-specific featuresidentical
HP SureSupplyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes

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