HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw
Score: 91/100
Kyocera PA4000wx
Score: 89/100Rankings
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw delivers fast monochrome laser performance with automatic duplex, strong security features and extensive connectivity, aimed at small teams. Its large duty cycle and ENERGY STAR rating make it efficient, though paper handling is limited to a single tray.
The Kyocera ECOSYS PA4000wx delivers high-speed monochrome laser printing with strong security, low power use and a solid paper-handling capacity, making it a good fit for small-to-mid-size workgroups. Its main drawbacks are limited memory, lack of an ADF and reliance on an optional SD card for advanced features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
35 ppm | 42 ppmbest | |
1,200 dpibest | 1,200 dpibest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
50,000 pages | 80,000 pagesbest | |
250 pages | 350 pagesbest | |
150 pages | 250 pagesbest | |
4best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 10.5 kgbest | 14.008 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Print Performance(1) | ||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 35 ppm | 42 ppm |
Paper Handling(3) | ||
Monthly Duty Cycle (pages) | 50000 pages | 80000 pages |
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 250 pages | 350 pages |
Output Tray Capacity (pages) | 150 pages | 250 pages |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 10.5 kg | 14.008 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the 3101sdw highly for speed, print quality and security, awarding it a perfect 5/5 from PCMag.
Everyday users praise quick wireless setup, reliable fast printing and the intuitive touchscreen, while noting the lack of a second tray, no fax and occasional toner-compatibility warnings.
Professional reviewers commend the PA4000wx for its dependable high-speed output, low power usage, and comprehensive security suite, positioning it as a solid workgroup printer.
Everyday users appreciate the printer's speed, low cost per page, quiet operation, and wireless flexibility, while repeatedly mentioning the limitation of non-expandable memory, the absence of an ADF, and the need for an SD card to unlock advanced features.
“Ease of setup and wireless connectivity”
“Reliable performance and fast printing”
