Compare Canon Pixma G4270 vs HP Smart Tank 5108
In this technical comparison between the Canon Pixma G4270 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 $249 – $299 and Approximately $170 - $210 USD.
| Specifications |
Canon Pixma G4270 |
HP Smart Tank 5108 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2023 | 2025 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Refillable Ink Tank (FINE Print Head technology) | HP Thermal Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) |
| 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) | Up to 12.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Draft speeds up to 22 ppm (Mono) |
| Resolution | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only | Yes (Manual Only – driver support provided) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal (up to 8.5" x 47" banners) | A4, Letter, Legal (8.5 x 14 in) |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) + 35-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | 600 x 1200 dpi (Optical) | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Approx. 3.2 ipm (Color ESAT) | Up to 10 cpm (Mono) / 2 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Reduce/Enlarge via HP Smart App; Up to 99 copies |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | GI-21 Series (Pigment Black, Dye-based Color) | HP GT53XL (Black) and HP GT52 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| 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) | Black: ~6,000 pages | Color: ~6,000 pages (included set) |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 Colors (CMYK) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 Sheets (Rear Tray) | Up to 100 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | ~50 Sheets | Up to 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo Paper Plus Glossy II, Magnetic Photo Paper, Envelopes, Cardstock (up to 265 g/m²) | 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 (2.4/5.0 GHz) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac & Wi-Fi Direct | Yes, built-in Self-healing Wi-Fi (2.4G), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, PIXMA Cloud Link | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, HP Print Service Plugin (Android) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1.35" Square LCD (Monochrome with Backlight) | 1.2-inch iCON LCD (33 segments) |
| Buttons | Full numeric keypad (for Fax/Copy count) and dedicated function buttons | "Smart" contextual buttons (Power, ID Copy, Color Copy, Black Copy, Wi-Fi, Info, Resume, Cancel) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 15W (Printing/Copying), 0.6W (Standby), 0.1W (Off) | Ready: 3.02W | Sleep: 1.10W | Off: 0.11W |
| Noise level | Approx. 48.0 dB(A) | Approx. 56.8 dB(A) (Acoustic Pressure) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 416 x 337 x 212 mm (Trays closed) | 434.7 mm (W) x 361.5 mm (D) x 157.3 mm (H) |
| Weight | 7.16 kg (Approx. 15.8 lbs) | 5.03 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, Full set of GI-21 Ink Bottles, Print Heads, Fax Cable, Power Cord, Documentation | HP Smart Tank 5108, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Power cord, Setup guide. |
| Price | $249 – $299 | Approximately $170 - $210 USD |
| Full Details | Pixma G4270 - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 5108 - Full Specifications |