Compare Canon Pixma G4270 vs Canon Pixma TS3720
In this technical comparison between the Canon Pixma G4270 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 $249 – $299 and Approximately $60 - $80 USD.
| Specifications |
Canon Pixma G4270 |
Canon Pixma TS3720 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2023 | July 2024 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Refillable Ink Tank (FINE Print Head technology) | Inkjet (FINE Hybrid Ink System) |
| Function | 4-in-1 (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax) | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | 11.0 ipm (Black) / 6.0 ipm (Color) | 7.7 ipm (Mono) / 4.0 ipm (Color) |
| Resolution | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only | No (Manual Only) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal (up to 8.5" x 47" banners) | Legal (8.5" x 14") |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) + 35-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | 600 x 1200 dpi (Optical) | 600 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Approx. 3.2 ipm (Color ESAT) | Approx. 3.0 ipm (Color); First copy out in ~28 seconds |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | GI-21 Series (Pigment Black, Dye-based Color) | 2-Cartridge System (PG-275 Pigment Black & CL-276 Dye Color) |
| Ink cost / page yield | * Black: ~6,000 pages (up to 7,600 in Economy mode) Color (CMY): ~7,700 pages (up to 8,100 in Economy mode) | Standard: ~100 pages | XL: ~300-400 pages (Black) / ~300 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 Colors (CMYK using a tri-color cartridge) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 Sheets (Rear Tray) | 60 Sheets (Rear tray) |
| Output tray capacity | ~50 Sheets | typically ~25-30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo Paper Plus Glossy II, Magnetic Photo Paper, Envelopes, Cardstock (up to 265 g/m²) | 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 (2.4/5.0 GHz) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac & Wi-Fi Direct | Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, PIXMA Cloud Link | Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, PIXMA Cloud Link |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1.35" Square LCD (Monochrome with Backlight) | 1.5" Segment LCD (Monochrome) |
| Buttons | Full numeric keypad (for Fax/Copy count) and dedicated function buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Setup, Wi-Fi, Color Copy, Black Copy, and Stop |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 15W (Printing/Copying), 0.6W (Standby), 0.1W (Off) | ~8W (Copying) | ~1.3W (Standby) | ~0.3W (Off) |
| Noise level | Approx. 48.0 dB(A) | Approx. 48.0 dB(A) (Quiet Mode available) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 416 x 337 x 212 mm (Trays closed) | 437 mm (W) x 328 mm (D) x 147 mm (H) |
| Weight | 7.16 kg (Approx. 15.8 lbs) | 3.9 kg (8.7 lbs) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, Full set of GI-21 Ink Bottles, Print Heads, Fax Cable, Power Cord, Documentation | PIXMA TS3720 Printer, Starter Ink Cartridges (PG-275/CL-276), Power Cord, 3 sheets of 4x6 Photo Paper. |
| Price | $249 – $299 | Approximately $60 - $80 USD |
| Full Details | Pixma G4270 - Full Specifications | Pixma TS3720 - Full Specifications |