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Samsung CLP-325W HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus
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Samsung CLP-325W
Overview - Full review
HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus
Overview - Full review
Price
Colour, 300 dpi
Samsung CLP-325W
HP Officejet Pro 8600 Plus
Score
3/5
5/5
User Score
4/5 (7)
Specifications
Specifications
Resolution2400 x 600 dpi
B&W / colour speed16 ppm / 4 ppm
Ink droplet sizeN.A.
Number of cartridges4
Number of base colours4
Scannerno
Copierno
Faxno
Wi-Fiyes
Duplexno
Specifications
Resolution4800 x 1200 dpi
B&W / colour speed19 ppm / 19 ppm
Ink droplet sizeNA
Number of cartridges4
Number of base colours4
Scanneryes
Copieryes
Faxyes
Wi-Fiyes
Duplexyes
Conclusion
This colour laser printer's primary selling points are its compact size and ease-of-use. It's a good buy for anyone who's looking for an inexpensive printer that gives reasonably adequate printing quality. Just don't expect many bells and whistles or record print speeds.
The Officejet Pro 8600 Plus has everything a consumer could want. It is an affordable and intuitive all-in-one with online capability and a wide variety of functions. This highly user-friendly multifunction printer offers high print speeds, high quality and low cost per page.
Pros

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Wi-Fi

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WPS button

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Support for SPL-C, PCL5c & PCL6

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Quiet

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Compact

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All-in-one with online capability

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Wi-Fi, touchscreen & double-sided printing for all modes

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Cost per page: 5 pence

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Document print speed

+

Downloadable apps at ePrintCenter

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ePrint & AirPrint for printing from mobile devices

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Card readers

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Second, optional paper tray

Cons

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No duplex

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No card reader

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Slow start-up

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Energy consumption during sleep mode: 6 W

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Speeds slow down considerably for double-sided printing

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Ink droplets slightly visible on photos and solidly coloured areas