Brother MFC-L2750DW vs Lexmark MX432adwe
Lexmark MX432adwe is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-L2750DW | Lexmark MX432adwe |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $980 | $849 |
| After 2 years | $1,160 | $948 |
| After 3 years | $1,340 | $1,046 |
Lexmark MX432adwe is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-L2750DW | Lexmark MX432adwe |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 42 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | Black: 1200 x 1200 dpi, 2400 IQ (2400 x 600 dpi), 300 x 300 dpi, 1200 IQ (1200 x 600 dpi), 600 x 600 dpi |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 15,000 pages | 80,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 2,000 pages/mo | 8,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | Lexmark e-Task 4.3-inch color touch screen |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.02 | 13.61 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-L2750DW
Cheapest to run: High-yield Toner, Black, Yields approx. 3,000 pages‡ — $89.99 · 3.0¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Lexmark MX432adwe
Cheapest to run: Lexmark MS/MX431, MX432 Return Program 20K Toner Cartridge — $327.99 · 1.6¢/page · 20,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Lexmark MX432adwe — about 45% lower cost per page (1.6¢ vs 3.0¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Lexmark MX432adwe — $49 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L2750DWBuy — $799.99
Lexmark MX432adweBuy — $750.99
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-L2750DW or the Lexmark MX432adwe?
- The Lexmark MX432adwe — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 45% cheaper per page (1.6¢ vs 3.0¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L2750DW or the Lexmark MX432adwe?
- The Lexmark MX432adwe is about $49 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L2750DW and the Lexmark MX432adwe?
- Resolution: Brother MFC-L2750DW 2400 x 600, Lexmark MX432adwe Black: 1200 x 1200 dpi, 2400 IQ (2400 x 600 dpi), 300 x 300 dpi, 1200 IQ (1200 x 600 dpi), 600 x 600 dpi. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-L2750DW 15,000 pages, Lexmark MX432adwe 80,000 pages. Recommended volume: Brother MFC-L2750DW 2,000 pages/mo, Lexmark MX432adwe 8,000 pages/mo. Weight (kg): Brother MFC-L2750DW 12.02, Lexmark MX432adwe 13.61.