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HP Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4 vs HP DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4

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  • 45specifications compared
  • 26differ
  • 19identical
  • 146known for one product only

Key differences

  • Print technology
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:Inkjet
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:Thermal inkjet
  • Duplex printing
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:Yes
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:No
  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:15 ppm
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:7 ppm
  • Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:11 ppm
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:5 ppm
  • Maximum copy resolution
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:600
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:1200 x 600 DPI
  • Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:9.5 cpm
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:5 cpm
  • Copy speed (colour, normal quality, A4)
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:10 cpm
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:5 cpm
  • TWAIN version
    • Photosmart B209a Inkjet A4:Version 1.9
    • DeskJet F2480 Thermal inkjet A4:1.9

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Comparison of B209a, F2480
191 specifications
Printing4 differ
Print technologyDiffersInkjetThermal inkjet
PrintingColour printingColour printing
Duplex printingDiffersYesNo
Duplex printing modeKnown for oneManualUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum resolution4800 x 1200 DPI4800 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs15 ppm7 ppm
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs11 ppm5 ppm
Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter)Known for one30 ppmUnknown — not stated by the source
Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter)Known for one28 ppmUnknown — not stated by the source
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
Copying3 differ
CopyingColour copyingColour copying
Maximum copy resolutionDiffers6001200 x 600 DPI
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)Differs9.5 cpm5 cpm
Copy speed (colour, normal quality, A4)Differs10 cpm5 cpm
Copy speed (colour, normal, US Letter)Known for one9.5 cpmUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum number of copiesKnown for one50 copiesUnknown — not stated by the source
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
Duplex copyingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Copy speed (black, draft, A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source20 cpm
Copy speed (colour, draft, A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source16 cpm
Scanning1 differ
ScanningColour scanningColour scanning
Optical scanning resolution1200 x 2400 DPI1200 x 2400 DPI
Maximum scan areaKnown for one216 x 297 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Scanner typeFlatbed scannerFlatbed scanner
Scan technologyCISCIS
Input colour depth48 bit48 bit
Greyscale levels6553665536
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
Duplex scanningKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Document formats supportedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcePDF
Faxidentical
FaxingNoNo
Duplex faxingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Featuresidentical
Digital senderNoNo
Number of print cartridgesKnown for one4Unknown — not stated by the source
All-In-One-multitaskingKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum duty cycleKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1000 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 capacity2 differ
Total number of input traysKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Total input capacityDiffers125 sheets80 sheets
Total output capacityDiffers50 sheets15 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 handling2 differ
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4A4
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)DiffersA4, A5, A6A4
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)DiffersB5, B6B5
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
Paper tray media typesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceEnvelopes, Iron-On Transfers, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies
ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceC6
Photo paper sizes (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4x6,5x7,8x10
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 2.0
USB portKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Network1 differ
Wi-FiDiffersYesNo
Ethernet LANNoNo
BluetoothKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNot supported
Performance1 differ
Internal memoryKnown for one64 MBUnknown — not stated by the source
Card reader integratedDiffersYesNo
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
Designidentical
Product colourBlackBlack
Market positioningHome & officeHome & office
Display diagonalKnown for one5.99 cm (2.36")Unknown — not stated by the source
Built-in displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Power1 differ
Power consumption (off)Differs0.4 W0.3 W
Power consumption (max)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source22.8 W
Power consumption (average operating)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source22.8 W
Power consumption (standby)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2.3 W
Power consumption (sleep)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.3 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 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 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vi
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 conditions1 differ
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for one15 - 80%Unknown — not stated by the source
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs59 - 90 °F5 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 60 °C-40 - 60 °C
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)Known for one15 - 32 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STARENERGY STAR
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers452 mm437.5 mm
DepthDiffers407 mm291 mm
HeightDiffers206 mm162 mm
WeightDiffers7.2 kg4.9 kg
Packaging data4 differ
Package widthDiffers500 mm474 mm
Package depthDiffers283 mm195 mm
Package heightDiffers469 mm336 mm
Package weightDiffers8.9 kg6.1 kg
Packaging contentidentical
Bundled softwareKnown for oneWindows Live Photo GalleryUnknown — not stated by the source
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 features1 differ
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
PictBridgeDiffersYesNo
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
Brand-specific featuresidentical
HP ePrintKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo

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