Compare Brother DCP-J1050DW vs Brother DCP-T236
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-J1050DW and the Brother DCP-T236, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around between $100 – $140 and Approximately $120 - $145 USD.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-J1050DW |
Brother DCP-T236 |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | 2021 | 2025 |
| Sensor Technology | ||
| Technology | Color Inkjet (Piezo with 210 nozzles for Black, 70x3 for Color) | Refillable Ink Tank System |
| Function | 3-in-1 (Print, Copy, Scan) | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Both (supports 4 individual ink cartridges) | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | Up to 17.0 ipm (Mono) / 9.5 ipm (Color) | Up to 16.0 ipm (Mono) / 9.0 ipm (Color); Draft speeds up to 27 ppm (Mono) / 11 ppm (Color) |
| Image Resolution | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) / 1200 x 3600 dpi (Mac) | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) / 1200 x 3600 dpi (Mac) |
| Duplex printing | es (Automatic, up to A4/LTR) | No (Manual Only) |
| Max paper size | A4 | A4, Letter, Legal, Mexico Legal, India Legal, Folio, Executive |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS - Contact Image Sensor) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi; Interpolated: Up to 19,200 x 19,200 dpi | Optical: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi |
| Copy speed | Up to 11.5 ipm (Mono) / 4.0 ipm (Color) | Up to 8.0 ipm (Mono) / 3.0 ipm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | LC421 Series (Innobella™ Ink) | BTD100BK (Black) and BT5000 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Ink cost / page yield | * Standard (LC421): Approx. 200 pages (Black & Color) High Yield (LC421XL): Approx. 500 pages (Black & Color) | Black: ~7,500 pages | Color: ~5,000 pages |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 Colors (CMYK) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 150 sheets (80 g/m² plain paper) | Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm) + 1-sheet Manual Feed Slot |
| Output tray capacity | 50 sheets | Up to 50 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy (Cast/Resin), Recycled, Envelopes, Index cards | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy, Recycled (64-220 gsm) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n (Wireless LAN) & Wi-Fi Direct | No |
| Ethernet | No (This model is Wireless/USB only) | No |
| Mobile printing | Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Brother Mobile Connect app | No |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 4.5cm (1.8") TFT Color LCD | No LCD (Status LED indicators for Power and Ink) |
| Buttons | Physical navigation buttons (OK, Back, Start, Stop) | Physical buttons (Power, Mono Copy, Color Copy, Stop/Shortcut) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Copying: ~13W | Ready: ~3W | Sleep: ~0.7W | Off: ~0.2W | Copying: ~13W | Ready: 2.0W | Sleep: 0.6W | Off: 0.15W |
| Noise level | Approx. 53.5 dB(A) during operation | Approx. 55.0 dB(A) |
| Body Dimensions | ||
| Size | 400 (W) x 343 (D) x 151 (H) mm | 390 mm (W) x 343 mm (D) x 148.5 mm (H) |
| Weight | Approx. 6.9 kg | 6.3 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, Inbox Ink Cartridges (approx. 200 pages), Power Supply Cord, Driver Software, Quick Set-up Guide (USB cable usually not included). | DCP-T236 Printer, 1 set of Ink Bottles (BK/C/M/Y), USB Cable, Power Cord, Quick Setup Guide |
| Price | between $100 – $140 | Approximately $120 - $145 USD |
| Full Details | DCP-J1050DW - Full Specifications | DCP-T236 - Full Specifications |