Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer vs HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer
Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Best overall
Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer
- Price
- $229.99
- Cost per page (mono)
- 4.6¢/pg
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer | HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $507 | $869 |
| After 2 years | $784 | $1,498 |
| After 3 years | $1,061 | $2,127 |
Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer | HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | 8.5 ppm | 15 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 8 ppm | 10 ppm |
| Resolution | 5760 x 1440 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 1,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | — | 400 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | Yes |
| Display | 4.3-inch color touchscreen | 2.7-inch Diagonal Color Capacitive Touchscreen, articulating |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, A3, Photo | Letter, Legal, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 8.8 | 8.12 |
Cartridges & running cost
Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: Epson 279XL High-Capacity Black Ink Cartridge — $23.09 · 4.6¢/page · 500pg yield
HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: HP 64XL Black Original Ink Cartridge — $62.89 · 10.5¢/page · 600pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer — about 56% lower cost per page (4.6¢ vs 10.5¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer — $10 less to buy.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer — 15 ppm vs 8.5 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $229.99
HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $239.89
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer or the HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer?
- The Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 56% cheaper per page (4.6¢ vs 10.5¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer or the HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer?
- The Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer is about $10 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer and the HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer?
- Print speed (mono): Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer 8.5 ppm, HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer 15 ppm. Print speed (color): Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer 8 ppm, HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer 10 ppm. Resolution: Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer 5760 x 1440, HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer 1200 x 1200. Automatic document feeder: Epson Expression Photo XP-980 All-in-One Printer No, HP Envy Photo 7975 All-in-One Printer Yes.