Compare Brother DCP-T730DW vs HP Smart Tank 5108
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-T730DW and the HP Smart Tank 5108, 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 $170 - $210 USD.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-T730DW |
HP Smart Tank 5108 |
|---|---|---|
|
|
|
| Launch | ||
| Release Version | 2025 | 2025 |
| Sensor Technology | ||
| Technology | Ink Tank System (Refillable) | HP Thermal Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) |
| 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 12.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Draft speeds up to 22 ppm (Mono) |
| 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 (8.5 x 14 in) |
| 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 10 cpm (Mono) / 2 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Reduce/Enlarge via HP Smart App; Up to 99 copies |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | BTD100BK (Black) and BT5000 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | HP GT53XL (Black) and HP GT52 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~7,500 pages | Color: ~5,000 pages per set | Black: ~6,000 pages | Color: ~6,000 pages (included set) |
| 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 100 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | Up to 50 sheets | Up to 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy, Recycled, Envelopes (C5, Com-10, DL, Monarch) | Plain paper, Matte/Glossy Brochure paper, Photo papers, 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 | Yes, built-in Self-healing Wi-Fi (2.4G), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No (Relies on Wireless/USB) | No |
| Mobile printing | Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, HP Print Service Plugin (Android) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1-Line LCD (16 characters) | 1.2-inch iCON LCD (33 segments) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Scan, Copy, and Menu navigation | "Smart" contextual buttons (Power, ID Copy, Color Copy, Black Copy, Wi-Fi, Info, Resume, Cancel) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.5W | Sleep: 0.6W | Off: 0.15W | Copying: ~16W | Ready: 3.02W | Sleep: 1.10W | Off: 0.11W |
| Noise level | Approx. 55.0 dB(A) | Approx. 56.8 dB(A) (Acoustic Pressure) |
| Body Dimensions | ||
| Size | 390 mm (W) × 343 mm (D) × 182.5 mm (H) | 434.7 mm (W) x 361.5 mm (D) x 157.3 mm (H) |
| Weight | 8.6 kg | 5.03 kg |
| 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 Smart Tank 5108, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Power cord, Setup guide. |
| Price | Approximately $210 - $250 USD | Approximately $170 - $210 USD |
| Full Details | DCP-T730DW - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 5108 - Full Specifications |