Brother HL-L8430CDW vs Xerox C320
Brother HL-L8430CDW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L8430CDW | Xerox C320 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $606 | $807 |
| After 2 years | $722 | $1,124 |
| After 3 years | $838 | $1,440 |
Brother HL-L8430CDW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L8430CDW | Xerox C320 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | single-function | single-function |
| Functions | ||
| Print speed (mono) | 33 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 33 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 60,000 pages | 65,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 5,000 pages/mo | 6,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | — |
| Weight (kg) | 20.82 | 20.6 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L8430CDW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN635XXLBK Super High Yield Black Toner Cartridge — $144.99 · 1.9¢/page · 7,500pg yield
Xerox C320
Cheapest to run: Xerox Black Standard-Capacity Toner Cartridge — $115.99 · 5.3¢/page · 2,200pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother HL-L8430CDW — about 63% lower cost per page (1.9¢ vs 5.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L8430CDW — $1 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L8430CDWBuy — $489.98
Xerox C320Buy — $491.10
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L8430CDW or the Xerox C320?
- The Brother HL-L8430CDW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 63% cheaper per page (1.9¢ vs 5.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L8430CDW or the Xerox C320?
- The Brother HL-L8430CDW is about $1 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L8430CDW and the Xerox C320?
- Print speed (mono): Brother HL-L8430CDW 33 ppm, Xerox C320 35 ppm. Print speed (color): Brother HL-L8430CDW 33 ppm, Xerox C320 35 ppm. Resolution: Brother HL-L8430CDW 2400 x 600, Xerox C320 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother HL-L8430CDW 60,000 pages, Xerox C320 65,000 pages.