A full comparison of HP printers on price, Printer Functions, Product Model, Product Number, Maximum Print Size, and technical specs.
A 44-inch colour plotter for media up to 1118 mm wide, producing an A1 page in 26 seconds at up to 2400 × 1200…
$4,750.00
Out of stock
A 36-inch multifunction plotter for printing, copying, and scanning up to A0, producing an A1 page in 25 secon…
$5,800.00
Out of stock
| Specification | DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer | DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,750.00 | $5,800.00 |
| Product Information | ||
| Product Model | HP DesignJet T1700 44-in Printer | HP DesignJet T850 36-in Multifunction Printer |
| Product Number | W6B55A | 2Y9H2A |
| Printing | ||
| Maximum Print Size | 44in (1118 mm) | A0 / 36 in (914 mm) |
| Print Colors | 6 | 4 |
| Performance | ||
| A1 Print Speed | 26 sec/page | 25 sec/page |
| A1 Prints per Hour | 116 prints/hour | 90 prints/hour |
| Print Specifications | ||
| Optimised Print Resolution | 2400 x 1200 dpi | 2400 x 1200 dpi |
| Roll Margins | 3 x 3 x 3 x 3 mm | 5 x 5 x 5 x 5 mm |
| Manual Sheet Feed Margins | 3 x 17 x 3 x 3 mm | 5 x 5 x 5 x 5 mm |
| Input Tray Sheet Margins | — | 5 x 5 x 5 x 5 mm |
| Printer Specifications | ||
| تقنية الطباعة | HP Thermal Inkjet | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Memory | 128 GB (virtual) GB | 2 GB |
| Ink System | ||
| Ink Types | Dye-based (C, M, Y, PK, G); pigment-based (MK) | Pigment-based (C, M, Y, mK) |
| Number of Print Cartridges | 6 cartridges | 4 cartridges |
| Color Ink Drop | 6 pl | 6 pl |
| Black Ink Drop | 6 pl | 12.6 pl |
| Black Cartridge Volumes | 130; 300 ml | 130; 300 ml |
| Color Cartridge Volume | 300 ml | 300 ml |
| Print Head | ||
| Number of Printheads | 3 printheads | 1 printheads |
| Printhead Colors | Cyan, magenta, yellow, photo black, matte black, grey | Cyan, magenta, yellow, matte black |
| Print Quality | ||
| Line Accuracy | ±0.1 % | ±0.1 % |
| Minimum Line Width | 0.02 mm | 0.02 mm |
| Maximum Optical Density | 2.15 maximum black optical density (6 L*min) | 15 L* min / 1.7 D |
| Applications | ||
| Print Applications | Line drawings; Maps; Orthophotos; Presentations; Renderings | Banners; Line drawings; Maps; Posters; Presentations; Renderings; Signage |
| Media Handling | ||
| Media Handling | Sheet feed, roll feed, automatic horizontal cutter | Sheet feed, roll feed, input tray (50-sheet capacity), media bin, automatic horizontal cutter |
| Sheet Feed Supported | Yes | Yes |
| Roll Feed Supported | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Sheet Feeder | — | Yes |
| Media Bin | — | Yes |
| Automatic Horizontal Cutter | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum Media Width | 1118 mm | 914 mm |
| Number of Media Rolls | 1 rolls | 1 rolls |
| Supported Roll Width | 279 to 1118 mm | 369 to 914 mm |
| Maximum Roll Weight | 11.9 kg | 6.2 kg |
| Maximum Roll Diameter | 135 mm | 100 mm |
| Automatic Sheet Feeder Sheet Size | — | 210 x 279 to 305 x 457 mm |
| Manual Feed Sheet Size | 210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm | 210 x 279 to 914 x 1676 mm |
| Automatic Sheet Feeder Standard Sizes | — | A4, A3 |
| Manual Feed Standard Sizes | A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 | A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 |
| Recommended Roll and Manual Feed Media Weight | 60 to 328 g/m² | 60 to 280 g/m² |
| Recommended Auto Feeder Media Weight | — | 60 to 220 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Thickness | 0.8 mm | 0.3 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight plus matte), technical paper (natural tracing, translucent bond), film (clear, matte), photographic paper (satin, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, high-gloss), backlit, self-adhesive (polypropylene, vinyl) | Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, plain, bright white, blueprint), technical paper (natural tracing), film (clear, matte, backlit), photographic paper (ID satin, ID gloss), self-adhesive media (matte/gloss, polypropylene gloss, removable fabric), banner media (polypropylene matte, PVC banner), fine art material (canvas) |
| Custom Media Sizes | 210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm | Input tray: 210 x 279 to 305 x 457; manual feed: 210 x 279 to 914 x 1676 mm |
| Recommended Media | C6810A HP Bright White Inkjet Paper (FSC certified), 914 mm x 91.4 m; C6569C HP Heavyweight Coated Paper, 1067 mm x 30.5 m; Q6581A HP Universal Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper (FSC certified), 1067 mm x 30.5 m; Q1406B HP Universal Coated Paper (FSC certified), 1067 mm x 45.7 m | HP Universal Bond Paper, HP Coated Paper, HP Heavyweight Coated Paper, HP Recycled Removable Adhesive Fabric, HP Opaque Scrim Banner, HP Production Matte Canvas, HP Backlit Polyester Film, HP Universal Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper, HP Universal Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper, HP Everyday Matte Polypropylene |
| Input Tray Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Embedded Controller | ||
| Hard Disk | Yes | — |
| Internal Storage Capacity | 500 GB | — |
| Internal Storage Type | HDD | — |
| Print Languages | ||
| Native Print Languages | HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, URF, CALS G4 | TIFF, JPEG, URF, PDF, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, CALS G4 |
| Optional Print Languages | Adobe PostScript 3; Adobe PDF 1.7 ext 3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Ethernet Interface | Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet (IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab) | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) |
| USB Interface | USB Type-A host port | USB host for direct printing and scanning from a USB flash drive |
| Wi-Fi Standards | — | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Email Print | Yes | Yes |
| Network Ready | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity and Mobile Printing | ||
| Printing Paths | Direct printing from USB flash drive, email printing, HP driver for Windows, HP Print Service for Android, Apple AirPrint for macOS and iOS, HP Print for Chrome OS, HP Click, HP Smart App for iOS and Android | Wi-Fi Direct, remote printing, HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, Apple AirPrint, HP app for Android and iOS devices, Windows and macOS printer drivers, Chrome OS printing support, print from USB pen drive |
| Remote Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Printing Features | ||
| One-click Multi-size Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Compatibility and Software | ||
| Printer Drivers | Raster drivers for Windows and macOS; PostScript and PDF Windows drivers and macOS PostScript driver with optional PostScript/PDF Upgrade Kit | Raster driver for macOS and Windows, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP-GL/2 driver for Windows |
| Included HP Software and Solutions | HP Click, HP Utility for Mac and Windows, HP WebJet Admin, HP Embedded Web Server, HP JetAdvantage Security Manager, HP Partner Link, HP MPS | HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP app for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS |
| ChromeOS Printing Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | ||
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Android Default Print Service | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing Capability | Direct printing from mobile apps on iOS, Android and Chrome OS; email printing with HP ePrint and HP Smart App for iOS and Android | Remote printing, Apple AirPrint, HP app for Android and iOS devices, Chrome OS printing support |
| Security | ||
| Security Platform | HP Wolf Pro Security | HP Wolf Pro Security |
| Security Features | HP Wolf Pro Security, HP Secure Boot, Allowlisting, Role Based Access Control, SNMPv3, HTTPS, Secure-IPP, IPsec/Firewall, certificate management, 802.1X, TLS 1.0/1.1/1.2, HP Web Jetadmin compatibility, HP JetAdvantage Security Manager compatibility, Secure Disk Erase (DoD 5220.22-M), Secure File Erase, self-encrypting HDD, PIN printing | HP Secure Boot, Allowlisting, Security event logging, disable network ports and protocols, SNMPv3, 802.1x compatibility, TLS/SSL, NTLM v2, HP Web JetAdmin, HP Security Manager, SIEM integration, FIPS 140-2 (in transit) |
| Dynamic Security | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions and Weight | ||
| Product Dimensions | 1802 x 695 x 998 mm | 1407 x 701 x 967 mm |
| Shipping Dimensions | 1955 x 770 x 710 mm | 1575 x 570 x 650 mm |
| Shipping Weight | 126 kg | 83.5 kg |
| Design | ||
| Built-in Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Included Items | ||
| What's in the Box | HP DesignJet T1700 Printer, printheads, ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, setup poster, introductory information, warranty, power cords, label kits | HP DesignJet T850 MFP, printhead, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, guide, warranty flyer, power cord |
| Environment | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 40 °C | 5 to 40 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 80 % RH | 20 to 80 % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to 55 °C | -25 to 55 °C |
| Non-operating Humidity | 0 to 95 % RH | 0 to 95 % RH |
| Environmental Conditions | ||
| Maximum Operating Altitude | — | 3000 m |
| Noise | ||
| Printing Sound Pressure | 45 dB(A) | 42 dB(A) |
| Idle Sound Pressure | 32 dB(A) | <16 dB(A) |
| Idle Sound Power | 5 B(A) | <3.4 B(A) |
| Sleep Sound Pressure | <15 dB(A) | — |
| Sleep Sound Power | <3.1 B(A) | — |
| Power | ||
| Printing Power Consumption | 100 W | 35 W |
| Ready Power Consumption | <24 W | <11 W |
| Sleep Mode Power | 0.3 W | 3.5 W |
| Off Power Consumption | 0.1 W | <0.1 W |
| Input Voltage | 100-240 (±10%) V | 100-240 (±10%) V |
| Input Frequency | 50/60 (±3) Hz | 50/60 (±3) Hz |
| Maximum Input Current | 2 A | 1.2 A |
| Sleep Power with Embedded Digital Front End | <6.5 W | — |
| Power Management | ||
| Automatic On/Off Scheduler | — | Yes |
| Certifications and Compliance | ||
| Electromagnetic Compliance | Compliant with Class A requirements, including USA (FCC), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS) | Compliant with Class B requirements, including USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (RED Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC) |
| EPEAT Rating | EPEAT Silver | EPEAT |
| UL ECOLOGO Certified | — | Yes |
| Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| Compatible Supplies | ||
| Compatible Printhead | HP 731 DesignJet Printhead (P2V27A) | HP 739 DesignJet Printhead Replacement Kit (498N0A) |
| Compatible Cyan Cartridge | HP 730 130-ml Cyan DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V62A); HP 730 300-ml Cyan DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V68A) | HP 738 130-ml Cyan DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498N5A); HP 738 300-ml Cyan DesignJet Ink Cartridge (676M6A) |
| Compatible Magenta Cartridge | HP 730 130-ml Magenta DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V63A); HP 730 300-ml Magenta DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V69A) | HP 738 130-ml Magenta DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498N6A); HP 738 300-ml Magenta DesignJet Ink Cartridge (676M7A) |
| Compatible Yellow Cartridge | HP 730 130-ml Yellow DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V64A); HP 730 300-ml Yellow DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V70A) | HP 738 130-ml Yellow DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498N7A or A4TL5A); HP 738 300-ml Yellow DesignJet Ink Cartridge (676M8A or A4TL7A) |
| Compatible Black Cartridges | HP 730 130-ml Matte Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V65A); HP 730 130-ml Photo Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V67A); HP 730 300-ml Matte Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V71A); HP 730 300-ml Photo Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (P2V73A) | HP 738 130-ml Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498N4A); HP 738 300-ml Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498N8A); HP 738B 130-ml Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498P2A); HP 738B 300-ml Black DesignJet Ink Cartridge (498P6A) |
| Accessories | ||
| Compatible Accessories | HP DesignJet PostScript/PDF Upgrade Kit (C0C66B); HP DesignJet 3-in Core Adapter (CN538A); HP SD Pro 44-in Scanner (G6H50B); HP HD Pro 42-in Scanner (G6H51B); HP USB 3.0 to Gigabit LAN Adapter (N7P47AA); HP DesignJet 44-in Spindle (Q6709A) | HP DesignJet 36-in Spindle (B3Q37A); HP DesignJet Sheet Organizer (698G7A); HP DesignJet Sheet Organizer and Stacker Kit (698G8A) |
| Features | ||
| Printer Functions | Print, Copy, Scan | |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Sheetfed CIS (Contact Image Sensor); media-jam detection sensor; front-feed scanning |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 dpi |
| Scan File Formats | — | JPEG, PDF, TIFF |
| Scan-to Features | — | Email; network; USB; cloud, computer, and mobile through the HP app |
| Color Scan Speed | — | Up to 3.81 at 200 dpi cm/sec |
| Grayscale Scan Speed | — | Up to 11.43 at 200 dpi cm/sec |
| Maximum Scan Size | — | 914 x 2770 mm |
| Maximum Scan Length | — | 7 m |
| Scanner Maximum Media Thickness | — | 0.8 mm |
| Copy | ||
| Copy Scaling | — | 25-400; 1-step increments % |
HP DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer vs HP DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format Printer — choose by media width, cutter, interfaces, and print speed in the same unit — do not rank printhead life across mixed units.
When to pick which:
Pick HP DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer if you need: clearer POS connectivity, media width that matches the POS role, higher print speed in the same unit.
Pick HP DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format Printer if you need: clearer POS connectivity.
Key differences:
Based on the specs table, HP DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format Printer fits most office needs better thanks to: Printer Functions: Print vs Print, Copy, Scan; Usb Interface: USB Type-A host port vs USB host for direct printing and scanning from a USB flash drive; Idle Sound Power: 5 vs <3.4.
Printhead life in lines versus km is not directly comparable.
Automatic Horizontal Cutter: 1, Tkny Altbaaa: HP Thermal Inkjet
Pick HP DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer if you need: clearer POS connectivity, media width that matches the POS role, higher print speed in the same unit.
Based on current prices, DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer is the cheaper option. It costs 4,750 USD versus 5,800 USD for DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format Printer. The price difference is 1,050 USD, about 18.1% less. Prices are live and subject to change.
Pick HP DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format Printer if you need: clearer POS connectivity.
Printer Functions: Print vs Print, Copy, Scan
Not by themselves. Dpi alone does not prove higher quality, and bottle series is a consumables difference. Decide by role, duplex/ADF, speed, connectivity, and price.
Yes — DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer and DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Multifunction Large Format 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.
