Comparative Test: Eleven multifunction printers

In this test DC evaluates eleven AIO´s in a price range from 90 to 300 Euros. Differences in layout, speed of print, and, most of all, cost of print are huge. DC assists in choosing the appropriate AIO.

Erschienen am 27. November 2009 bei Druckerchannel.de, 19 Seite(n)

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Sound test

The table shows sound levels in standby and while printing. All dB(A) data were provided by manufacturers.

If you want to test with your own ears, listen to and look at our videos. All printers have been recorded while printing fast, so you can compare noise emissions.

Sound level while printing: Assess noise emissions yourself.

Sound intensity of the AIO´s
	Loudness while printing	subjective impression
Brother DCP-165C	50 dB(A)	acceptable noise
Brother MFC-790CW	50 dB(A)	acceptable noise
Canon Pixma MP490	46 dB(A)	can get clamorous
Canon Pixma MP560	45 dB(A)	almost silent
Canon Pixma MP640	47 dB(A)	almost silent
Epson Stylus SX510W	40 dB(A)	very loud
Epson Stylus Office BX610FW	43 dB(A)	very loud
HP Photosmart C4680	57 dB(A)	very loud
HP Photosmart Premium Fax C309a	55 dB(A)	almost silent
Kodak ESP 5250	<70 dB(A)	acceptable noise
Lexmark Impact S305	50 dB(A)	acceptable noise
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