In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank L3256 and the HP Envy 6065e, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around 180 USD and $129.99.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank L3256 |
HP Envy 6065e |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2021 | 2021 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | On-demand inkjet (Piezoelectric) / Epson Micro Piezo™ | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | 3-in-1 (Print, Scan, Copy) |
| Color / Monochrome | Color (4-color system) | Color |
| Print speed | Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) | Up to 10 ppm (Black) / 7 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | 5760×1440 dpi | Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi (Black); Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (Color) |
| Duplex printing | Manual | Yes (Automatic) |
| Max paper size | Legal (215.9×355.6 mm) / A4 | A4 / Letter |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed color image scanner (CIS) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | 1200×2400 dpi | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 7.7 ipm (Black) / 3.8 ipm (Color) | Up to 8 cpm (Black) / 4 cpm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Dye Ink (Epson 003 or 103 series depending on region) | HP 67 Series (Pigment-based black, Dye-based color) |
| Ink cost / page yield | ~4,500 pages (Black) / ~7,500 pages (Color) | * Standard (HP 67): ~120 pages (Black) / ~100 pages (Color) High Yield (HP 67XL): ~240 pages (Black) / ~200 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) | 2 Cartridges (1 Black, 1 Tri-color) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 sheets (Plain paper); 20 sheets (Photo paper) | 100 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | 30 sheets (Plain paper) | 25 sheets |
| Supported media | A4, A5, A6, B5, 10×15 cm, Envelopes, Legal, Letter | Plain paper, Photo papers, Matte/Glossy brochure, Recycled, Envelopes, Light/Heavy paper |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | High-Speed USB 2.0 | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct | 802.11ac (Dual-band Wi-Fi with self-healing) |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel, Epson iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver | HP Smart App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria-certified, Chrome OS |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No | No LCD screen; utilizes "Smart Contextual Buttons" (hidden icons that light up when needed) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy (B&W/Color), and Stop | Edge-lit status light bar and touch-sensitive icons |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Operating), 4.5W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) | 4.0W (Ready), 1.70W (Sleep), 0.15W (Off) |
| Noise level | Approx. 50 dB(A) (Plain paper) | Approx. 56 dB(A) while printing |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375×347×179 mm (Width x Depth x Height) | 432.5 x 361.1 x 132.1 mm (17.02 x 14.21 x 5.2 in) |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 5.22 kg (11.51 lb) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (CMYK) + 1 extra Black bottle (varies by region), Power cable, Setup guide, Driver CD | Printer, HP 67 Setup Black & Tri-color Cartridges, Regulatory flyer, Setup guide, Power cord |
| Price | 180 USD | $129.99 |
| Full Details | EcoTank L3256 - Full Specifications | Envy 6065e - Full Specifications |