Compare HP DeskJet 2855e vs HP Smart Tank 5108
In this technical comparison between the HP DeskJet 2855e 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 $70 - $90 USD and Approximately $170 - $210 USD.
| Specifications |
HP DeskJet 2855e |
HP Smart Tank 5108 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2024 | 2025 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet | HP Thermal Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | Up to 7.5 ppm (Mono) / 5.5 ppm (Color) | Up to 12.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Draft speeds up to 22 ppm (Mono) |
| Resolution | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual Only – driver support provided) | 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 (CIS) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 6 cpm (Mono) / 3 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Auto-enlarge (via HP Smart App); Up to 9 copies | Up to 10 cpm (Mono) / 2 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Reduce/Enlarge via HP Smart App; Up to 99 copies |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | HP 67 Cartridges (1 Black, 1 Tri-color) | HP GT53XL (Black) and HP GT52 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Standard: ~120 (BK) / ~100 (Color) | XL: ~240 (BK) / ~200 (Color) | 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 60 sheets | Up to 100 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | Up to 25 sheets | Up to 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper, Brochure paper, Envelopes | Plain paper, Matte/Glossy Brochure paper, Photo papers, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n (Self-healing Wi-Fi) | Yes, built-in Self-healing Wi-Fi (2.4G), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Chrome OS | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, HP Print Service Plugin (Android) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | Icon LCD Display (Shows ink levels, Wi-Fi status, and copy count) | 1.2-inch iCON LCD (33 segments) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Cancel, Resume, Info, Wi-Fi, and Color/Mono Copy | "Smart" contextual buttons (Power, ID Copy, Color Copy, Black Copy, Wi-Fi, Info, Resume, Cancel) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.8W | Sleep: 1.4W | Off: 0.3W | Ready: 3.02W | Sleep: 1.10W | Off: 0.11W |
| Noise level | Approx. 54.0 dB(A) | Approx. 56.8 dB(A) (Acoustic Pressure) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 425 mm (W) x 304 mm (D) x 154 mm (H) | 434.7 mm (W) x 361.5 mm (D) x 157.3 mm (H) |
| Weight | 3.42 kg (Extremely lightweight and portable) | 5.03 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | HP DeskJet 2855e, Setup Black/Tri-color Cartridges, Regulatory flyer, Setup guide, Power cord | HP Smart Tank 5108, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Power cord, Setup guide. |
| Price | Approximately $70 - $90 USD | Approximately $170 - $210 USD |
| Full Details | DeskJet 2855e - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 5108 - Full Specifications |