A full comparison of HP printers on price, Product Model, Product Number, Maximum Print Size, A1 Print Speed, 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 A0 technical plotter featuring HP Thermal Inkjet technology and pigment inks, delivering A1 prints i…
$2,700.00
Out of stock
| Specification | DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer | DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Technical Plotter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,750.00 | $2,700.00 |
| Product Information | ||
| Product Model | HP DesignJet T1700 44-in Printer | HP DesignJet T850 36-in Printer |
| Product Number | W6B55A | 2Y9H0A |
| Countries of Origin | — | China |
| 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 | 1 GB |
| Ink System | ||
| Ink Types | Dye-based (C, M, Y, PK, G); pigment-based (MK) | Pigment-based |
| 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; 50-sheet input tray; 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 | 369-914 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 | 60-280 g/m² |
| Recommended Auto Feeder Media Weight | — | 60-220 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 (instant-dry satin and gloss); self-adhesive media (matte/gloss, gloss polypropylene, removable fabric); banner media (matte polypropylene, PVC banner); fine-art 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, 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 | — |
| Wi-Fi Standards | — | IEEE 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; Windows and macOS printer drivers; ChromeOS printing |
| 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 Windows and macOS; 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 | 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 | Apple AirPrint; HP app for Android and iOS; Wi-Fi Direct; HP ePrint; ChromeOS printing |
| 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; network port and protocol controls; SNMPv3; IEEE 802.1X; TLS/SSL; HP Web Jetadmin; HP Security Manager; SIEM integration; FIPS 140-2 protection for data 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 | 71 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 Printer; printhead; introductory ink cartridges; printer stand; spindle; setup guide; warranty flyer; power cord |
| Environment | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 40 °C | 5-40 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 80 % RH | 20-80 % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -25 to 55 °C | -25-55 °C |
| Non-operating Humidity | 0 to 95 % RH | 0-95 % 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 | <5.5 W |
| Sleep Mode Power | 0.3 W | 2.5 W |
| Off Power Consumption | 0.1 W | <0.2 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) | Class B; FCC, ICES, EU RED Directive, ACMA, RSM, CCC, VCCI, KCC |
| EPEAT Rating | EPEAT Silver | Registered; availability and rating vary by country |
| UL ECOLOGO Certified | — | Yes |
| Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| Compatible Supplies | ||
| Compatible Printhead | HP 731 DesignJet Printhead (P2V27A) | HP 739 DesignJet Printhead (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 (498N5A); HP 738 300-ml Cyan (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 (498N6A); HP 738 300-ml Magenta (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 (498N7A); HP 738 300-ml Yellow (676M8A) |
| 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 Matte Black (498N4A); HP 738 300-ml Matte Black (498N8A) |
| 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 3-in Core Adapter (CN538A); HP DesignJet Sheet Organizer and Stacker Kit; HP HD Pro 2 42-in Scanner |
| Features | ||
| Printer Functions | ||
HP DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer vs HP DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Technical Plotter — 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 Technical Plotter if you need: the documented gaps that match your priority.
Key differences:
Based on the specs table, HP DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer fits most office needs better thanks to: Ethernet Interface: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet (IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab) vs Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T); Maximum Media Width: 1118 vs 914; A1 Print Speed: 26 vs 25.
Printhead life in lines versus km is not directly comparable.
Automatic Horizontal Cutter: 1, Printer Functions: Print, 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 T850 36-inch A0 Technical Plotter is the cheaper option. It costs 2,700 USD versus 4,750 USD for DesignJet T1700 44-inch Large Format Printer. The price difference is 2,050 USD, about 43.2% less. Prices are live and subject to change.
Pick HP DesignJet T850 36-inch A0 Technical Plotter if you need: the documented gaps that match your priority.
Ethernet Interface: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet (IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab) vs Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T)
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 Technical Plotter 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.
