A full comparison of Brother printers on price, Printer Functions, Display, USB Functions, Compatible Operating Systems, and technical specs.
A monochrome laser multifunction printer for printing, copying, scanning and faxing, with speeds up to 34 ppm…
$260.00
in stock
A monochrome laser multifunction printer for printing, copying and scanning, with speeds up to 34 ppm on A4, a…
$190.00
in stock
| Specification | MFC-L2885DW Monochrome Laser 4 in 1 Printer | DCP-L2640DW Monochrome Laser 3 in 1 Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $260.00 | $190.00 |
| Features | ||
| Printer Functions | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax | Print, Copy, Scan |
| Technical Features | Network Security | Network Security |
| Display | 2.7-inch TFT colour LCD | 2-line LCD, 20 characters |
| Printer Specifications | ||
| تقنية الطباعة | Monochrome Laser | Monochrome Laser |
| Printing | ||
| Print Colour | Black and white | Black and white |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 1200 × 1200 dpi | 1200 × 1200 dpi |
| Duplex Printing | Automatic | Automatic |
| Maximum Print Size | Up to A4 and Letter in | Up to A4 and Letter in |
| Paper size | A4 | A4 |
| Performance | ||
| ISO Black Print Speed A4 | 34 ppm | 34 ppm |
| ISO Black Print Speed Letter | 36 ppm | 36 ppm |
| First Page Out Time Black A4 | 8.5 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Software | ||
| Printer Management Utility | BRAdmin Light; BRAdmin Professional 4 | BRAdmin Light; BRAdmin Professional 4 |
| Power | ||
| Printing Power Consumption | 470 W | 470 W |
| Power Supply Type | 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Quiet Mode Printing Power Consumption | 270 W | 270 W |
| Supplies | ||
| Replacement Toner Cartridge | TN2500, TN2500XL, TN2500XXL | TN2500, TN2500XL, TN2500XXL |
| Replacement Toner Yield | TN2500: 1200 pages; TN2500XL: 3000 pages; TN2500XXL: 5000 pages pages | TN2500: 1200 pages; TN2500XL: 3000 pages; TN2500XXL: 5000 pages pages |
| Cartridge System | Separate toner and drum system | Separate toner and drum system |
| Standard-Yield Toner | TN2500 | TN2500 |
| High-Yield Toner | TN2500XL | TN2500XL |
| Super High-Yield Toner | TN2500XXL | TN2500XXL |
| Drum Unit | DR2500 | DR2500 |
| Drum Yield | 15000 pages | 15000 pages |
| Connectivity | ||
| Standard Connectivity | USB , LAN , WIFI | USB , LAN , WIFI |
| Wireless Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11b/g/n | IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing Services | Brother Mobile Connect; Apple AirPrint; Mopria | Brother Mobile Connect; Apple AirPrint; Mopria |
| USB Functions | Printing, scanning and PC faxing via Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Printing and scanning via Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Near-Field Connectivity | Yes; Card Reader/NFC Shortcut | — |
| Ethernet Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Compatibility | ||
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 10, Windows 11; Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 and Windows Server 2022 via network connection only; Linux: CUPS and LPD/LPRng for x86/x64 environments | Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012 network only, Windows Server 2012 R2 network only, Windows Server 2016 network only, Windows Server 2019 network only, Windows Server 2022 network only; Linux: CUPS, LPD/LPRng for x86/x64 environments |
| Windows Server Support | Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit, 2012 64-bit, 2012 R2 64-bit and 2016 64-bit with print driver only | Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit, 2012 64-bit, 2012 R2 64-bit and 2016 64-bit with print driver only |
| Copy | ||
| Black Copy Speed A4 | 34 cpm | 34 cpm |
| Black Copy Speed Letter | 36 cpm | 36 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 600 × 600 dpi | 600 × 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Scaling | 25–400 % | 25–400 % |
| Copy Features | Multi Copy, Sort/Stack, N-in-1 | Multi Copy, Sort/Stack, N-in-1 |
| Scanning | ||
| Scan File Formats | JPG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, PDF | JPG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, PDF |
| Scan Input Modes | SharePoint for Windows only, E-mail, E-mail Server, Image, OCR, File, FTP, FTPS, HTTPS | SharePoint for Windows only, E-mail, Image, OCR, File, FTP, FTPS |
| Scan Technology | CIS | CIS |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed with ADF | Flatbed with ADF |
| Scan Speed A4 | 22.5 ipm monochrome; 7.5 ipm colour | 22.5 ipm monochrome; 7.5 ipm colour |
| Colour Scanning | Yes | Yes |
| Optical Scan Resolution | Up to 1200 × 1200 dpi | Up to 1200 × 1200 dpi |
| Dimensions | ||
| Width | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Depth | 399 mm | 399 mm |
| Height | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 11.8 kg | 11.4 kg |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Automatic Document Feeder Capacity | 50 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Paper Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Paper Output Capacity | 120 sheets | 120 sheets |
| Supported Paper Weight | 60–163 g/m² (16–43 lb) lb bond | 16 to 43 lb lb bond |
| Supported Media Sizes | A4, Letter, B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6 (JIS), A6, Executive, Legal, A4 Short, Folio, Mexico Legal, India Legal | A4, Letter, B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6 (JIS), A6, Executive, Legal, A4 Short, Folio, Mexico Legal, India Legal |
| Manual Feed Slot Capacity | 1 sheet | 1 sheet |
| Standard Tray Media Weight | 60–163 g/m² g/m² | 60–163 g/m² g/m² |
| Paper Trays | 1 tray | 1 tray |
| Noise | ||
| Printing Sound Pressure | 49 dB(A) | 49 dB(A) |
| Quiet Mode Printing Sound Pressure | 44 dB(A) | 44 dB(A) |
| Fax | ||
| Faxing | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33600 bps | — |
| Fax Transmission Speed | Approximately 2.5 seconds per page sec/page | — |
| Fax Memory Capacity | Up to 500 pages pages | — |
| Fax Speed Dial Locations | 200 locations | — |
| Fax Group Dial Groups | 20 groups | — |
| Fax Broadcasting Locations | 250 locations | — |
| PC Fax Functions | Receiving on Windows only; sending on Windows and Linux using the LPR/CUPS PC-FAX Send Driver | — |
| Printer | ||
| Printer Language | PCL6, BR-Script3, PDF Version 1.7 | PCL6, BR-Script3, PDF Version 1.7 |
| Shared Print Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| CPU Speed | 600 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Dimensions and Weight | ||
| Product Dimensions | 410 × 399 × 319 mm in | 410 × 399 × 319 mm in |
The Brother MFC-L2885DW is the best overall because it adds fax, a colour display, and Dual CIS scanning. The DCP-L2640DW retains the same main printing, paper-handling, and connectivity specifications and may suit users who do not need those additions.
The two printers share most of their core specifications. Both are monochrome laser multifunction models that print, scan, and copy, with A4 print speeds of 34 ppm and resolution up to 1200 × 1200 dpi. Each also provides automatic duplex printing, a 250-sheet paper tray, a 50-sheet ADF, and USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct, and 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN connectivity.
The main difference is that the MFC-L2885DW adds fax functionality, including a 33,600 bps modem and memory for up to 500 pages, while the DCP-L2640DW is explicitly listed without fax. The MFC model also has a 2.7-inch colour TFT display rather than a two-line text LCD and uses a Dual CIS scanner instead of a single CIS configuration. The DCP-L2640DW is slightly lighter at 11.4 kg versus 11.8 kg, but this difference is too small to affect most purchasing decisions.
The MFC-L2885DW benefits users who need printing, scanning, copying, and faxing in one device. The DCP-L2640DW may be the more appropriate fit when fax and the colour interface are unnecessary, while retaining essentially the same print speed, paper capacity, and connectivity.
The MFC-L2885DW provides fax, a 2.7-inch colour TFT display, and Dual CIS scanning. The DCP-L2640DW offers print, scan, and copy functions with a two-line text LCD and CIS scanner. Both models deliver the same 34 ppm A4 print speed, 250-sheet input capacity, and 50-sheet ADF.
Based on current prices, DCP-L2640DW Monochrome Laser 3 in 1 Printer is the cheaper option. It costs 190 USD versus 260 USD for MFC-L2885DW Monochrome Laser 4 in 1 Printer. The price difference is 70 USD, about 26.9% less. Prices are live and subject to change.
The MFC-L2885DW is better suited to users who require fax or prefer a colour display with a more informative interface. The DCP-L2640DW may suit users who only need printing, scanning, and copying, as it retains essentially the same print speed, resolution, connectivity, and paper capacities.
Both provide monochrome laser printing at 34 ppm on A4, print resolution up to 1200 × 1200 dpi, and automatic duplex printing. They also share a 250-sheet tray, 50-sheet ADF, 256 MB memory, and USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct, and 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN connectivity.
No. The Brother MFC-L2885DW explicitly supports fax, with an approximate transmission time of 2.5 seconds per page, a 33,600 bps modem, and memory for up to 500 pages. The Brother DCP-L2640DW is explicitly listed as not supporting fax.
Yes — MFC-L2885DW Monochrome Laser 4 in 1 Printer and DCP-L2640DW Monochrome Laser 3 in 1 Printer are available at EvoLink in Damascus, with shipping to all Syrian governorates.
Address: Syria, Damascus, Halbouni, Musalam Barudi street, Building 1020, 1st floor.
Contact: +963 96 44 007 44 or via WhatsApp.
