Compare Brother DCP-T730DW vs Canon Pixma TS3720
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-T730DW and the Canon Pixma TS3720, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approximately $210 - $250 USD and Approximately $60 - $80 USD.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-T730DW |
Canon Pixma TS3720 |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | 2025 | July 2024 |
| Sensor Technology | ||
| Technology | Ink Tank System (Refillable) | Inkjet (FINE Hybrid Ink System) |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | Up to 16.0 ipm (Mono) / 15.5 ipm (Color); Up to 27 ppm (Mono) / 23 ppm (Color) in Eco Mode | 7.7 ipm (Mono) / 4.0 ipm (Color) |
| Image Resolution | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Automatic, up to A4/Letter) | No (Manual Only) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal | Legal (8.5" x 14") |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed with CIS (Contact Image Sensor) + 20-sheet ADF | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi (Flatbed) / Up to 1200 x 600 dpi (ADF) | 600 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 13.0 ipm (Mono) / 10.5 ipm (Color) | Approx. 3.0 ipm (Color); First copy out in ~28 seconds |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | BTD100BK (Black) and BT5000 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 2-Cartridge System (PG-275 Pigment Black & CL-276 Dye Color) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~7,500 pages | Color: ~5,000 pages per set | Standard: ~100 pages | XL: ~300-400 pages (Black) / ~300 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 Colors (CMYK using a tri-color cartridge) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm) + 1-sheet Manual Feed Slot | 60 Sheets (Rear tray) |
| Output tray capacity | Up to 50 sheets | typically ~25-30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy, Recycled, Envelopes (C5, Com-10, DL, Monarch) | Plain Paper, Glossy Photo Paper, Magnetic Photo Paper, Restickable Photo Paper |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz) IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n | Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No (Relies on Wireless/USB) | No |
| Mobile printing | Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, PIXMA Cloud Link |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1-Line LCD (16 characters) | 1.5" Segment LCD (Monochrome) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Scan, Copy, and Menu navigation | Physical buttons for Power, Setup, Wi-Fi, Color Copy, Black Copy, and Stop |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.5W | Sleep: 0.6W | Off: 0.15W | Copying: ~16W | ~8W (Copying) | ~1.3W (Standby) | ~0.3W (Off) |
| Noise level | Approx. 55.0 dB(A) | Approx. 48.0 dB(A) (Quiet Mode available) |
| Body Dimensions | ||
| Size | 390 mm (W) × 343 mm (D) × 182.5 mm (H) | 437 mm (W) x 328 mm (D) x 147 mm (H) |
| Weight | 8.6 kg | 3.9 kg (8.7 lbs) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | DCP-T730DW Printer, Full Ink Set (BK/C/M/Y), Power Cord, USB Cable (in some regions), Quick Setup Guide. | PIXMA TS3720 Printer, Starter Ink Cartridges (PG-275/CL-276), Power Cord, 3 sheets of 4x6 Photo Paper. |
| Price | Approximately $210 - $250 USD | Approximately $60 - $80 USD |
| Full Details | DCP-T730DW - Full Specifications | Pixma TS3720 - Full Specifications |