Compare HP DeskJet 4222e vs HP Smart Tank 5108
In this technical comparison between the HP DeskJet 4222e 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 $100.00 and Approximately $170 - $210 USD.
| Specifications |
HP DeskJet 4222e |
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, Copy, Scan, Wireless, Send Mobile Fax | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | Up to 8.5 ppm (Black) / 5.5 ppm (Color) | Up to 12.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Draft speeds up to 22 ppm (Mono) |
| Resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi (Black) / 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (Color) | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Duplex printing | Manual (driver support provided) | Yes (Manual Only – driver support provided) |
| Max paper size | A4, B5, A6, DL envelope | A4, Letter, Legal (8.5 x 14 in) |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed & 35-page Auto Document Feeder (ADF) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 6 cpm (Black) / 3 cpm (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 | Pigment-based (Black); Dye-based (Tri-color) | HP GT53XL (Black) and HP GT52 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Ink cost / page yield | HP 305 Standard: ~120 pages black / ~100 pages color HP 305XL High Yield: ~240 pages black / ~200 pages color | Black: ~6,000 pages | Color: ~6,000 pages (included set) |
| Number of colors | 2 (1 Black, 1 Tri-color) | 4 Colors (CMYK) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 60 sheets | Up to 100 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | 25 sheets | Up to 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper, Brochure paper | 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 | Dual-band Wi-Fi with self-healing capabilities | Yes, built-in Self-healing Wi-Fi (2.4G), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | HP app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Certified | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, HP Print Service Plugin (Android) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | Icon LCD Display | 1.2-inch iCON LCD (33 segments) |
| Buttons | 7 Buttons (Power, Cancel, Resume, Info, Wi-Fi, Color Copy, Black Copy) | "Smart" contextual buttons (Power, ID Copy, Color Copy, Black Copy, Wi-Fi, Info, Resume, Cancel) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 2.8 W (Ready), 1.53 W (Sleep), 0.3 W (Off) | Ready: 3.02W | Sleep: 1.10W | Off: 0.11W |
| Noise level | 54 dB(A) (Active printing) | Approx. 56.8 dB(A) (Acoustic Pressure) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 428 ×332 ×200 mm | 434.7 mm (W) x 361.5 mm (D) x 157.3 mm (H) |
| Weight | 4.82 kg | 5.03 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, Setup Black Cartridge, Setup Tri-color Cartridge, Regulatory flyer, Setup guide, Reference guide, Power cord. | HP Smart Tank 5108, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Power cord, Setup guide. |
| Price | $100.00 | Approximately $170 - $210 USD |
| Full Details | DeskJet 4222e - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 5108 - Full Specifications |