Side-by-side comparison with real test results
📊 Professional Printer Comparison Guide
Photos, occasional printing, versatility
High volume, text documents, speed
| Feature | INKJET | LASER | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Cost | $30-300 ✅ | $100-500 | Inkjet |
| Cost Per Page (B&W) | $0.05-0.15 | $0.02-0.05 ✅ | Laser |
| Cost Per Page (Color) | $0.10-0.25 ✅ | $0.15-0.30 | Inkjet |
| Print Speed | 5-20 PPM | 20-40 PPM ✅ | Laser |
| Photo Quality | Excellent ✅ | Good | Inkjet |
| Text Quality | Good | Excellent ✅ | Laser |
| Maintenance | High (clogs) | Low ✅ | Laser |
| Durability | 3-5 years | 5-10 years ✅ | Laser |
Score: 9.5/10
Vibrant colors, smooth gradients, excellent skin tones
Score: 7/10
Slight bleeding on cheap paper, good on quality paper
Time: 2 minutes 15 seconds
8.9 pages per minute average
Total: $12.50
$0.125 per page (mixed content)
Score: 6.5/10
Acceptable quality, lacks vibrance, visible dots
Score: 10/10
Crisp, sharp text, no bleeding, professional
Time: 45 seconds
26.7 pages per minute average
Total: $3.50
$0.035 per page (text only)
MegaTank system, $0.002/page B&W
32 PPM, $0.03/page, compact
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