Compare Brother DCP-T730DW vs HP DeskJet 2855e
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-T730DW and the HP DeskJet 2855e, 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 $70 - $90 USD.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-T730DW |
HP DeskJet 2855e |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | 2025 | 2024 |
| Sensor Technology | ||
| Technology | Ink Tank System (Refillable) | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| 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 | Up to 7.5 ppm (Mono) / 5.5 ppm (Color) |
| Image Resolution | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Automatic, up to A4/Letter) | Yes (Manual Only – driver support provided) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal | A4, Letter, Legal |
| 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) | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 13.0 ipm (Mono) / 10.5 ipm (Color) | Up to 6 cpm (Mono) / 3 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Auto-enlarge (via HP Smart App); Up to 9 copies |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | BTD100BK (Black) and BT5000 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | HP 67 Cartridges (1 Black, 1 Tri-color) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~7,500 pages | Color: ~5,000 pages per set | Standard: ~120 (BK) / ~100 (Color) | XL: ~240 (BK) / ~200 (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 Colors (CMYK) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm) + 1-sheet Manual Feed Slot | Up to 60 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | Up to 50 sheets | Up to 25 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy, Recycled, Envelopes (C5, Com-10, DL, Monarch) | Plain paper, Photo paper, Brochure paper, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz) IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n | Built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n (Self-healing Wi-Fi) |
| Ethernet | No (Relies on Wireless/USB) | No |
| Mobile printing | Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Chrome OS |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1-Line LCD (16 characters) | Icon LCD Display (Shows ink levels, Wi-Fi status, and copy count) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Scan, Copy, and Menu navigation | Physical buttons for Power, Cancel, Resume, Info, Wi-Fi, and Color/Mono Copy |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.5W | Sleep: 0.6W | Off: 0.15W | Copying: ~16W | Ready: 2.8W | Sleep: 1.4W | Off: 0.3W |
| Noise level | Approx. 55.0 dB(A) | Approx. 54.0 dB(A) |
| Body Dimensions | ||
| Size | 390 mm (W) × 343 mm (D) × 182.5 mm (H) | 425 mm (W) x 304 mm (D) x 154 mm (H) |
| Weight | 8.6 kg | 3.42 kg (Extremely lightweight and portable) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | DCP-T730DW Printer, Full Ink Set (BK/C/M/Y), Power Cord, USB Cable (in some regions), Quick Setup Guide. | HP DeskJet 2855e, Setup Black/Tri-color Cartridges, Regulatory flyer, Setup guide, Power cord |
| Price | Approximately $210 - $250 USD | Approximately $70 - $90 USD |
| Full Details | DCP-T730DW - Full Specifications | DeskJet 2855e - Full Specifications |