Lexmark CS531dw vs Xerox C325
Xerox C325 is $20 cheaper upfront; running costs can't be compared for this pair.
Specs compared
| Spec | Lexmark CS531dw | Xerox C325 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | single-function | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | |
| Print speed (mono) | 35 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 35 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Resolution | Black: 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality Color: 4800 Color Quality, 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 100,000 pages | 65,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 10,000 pages/mo | 6,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | Yes |
| Display | 2.8 inch (7.2 cm) Color touch screen | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | — |
| Weight (kg) | 20.55 | 27.1 |
Cartridges & running cost
Lexmark CS531dw
Cheapest to run: Lexmark CS531, 632, CX532, 635 Black Return Program 3K Toner Cartridge — $1504.89 · 50.2¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Xerox C325
No priced cartridge on record yet — running cost not shown.
Which should you buy?
- A lower upfront budget: Xerox C325 — $20 less to buy.
- If you need scanning, copying and faxing: Xerox C325 — it adds scanning, copying and faxing, which the Lexmark CS531dw doesn't do.
Where to buy
Lexmark CS531dwBuy — $669.99
Xerox C325Buy — $649.99
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which costs less to buy, the Lexmark CS531dw or the Xerox C325?
- The Xerox C325 is about $20 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Lexmark CS531dw and the Xerox C325?
- Device type: Lexmark CS531dw single-function, Xerox C325 multifunction. Functions: Lexmark CS531dw print, Xerox C325 print, scan, copy, fax. Resolution: Lexmark CS531dw Black: 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality Color: 4800 Color Quality, 1200 x 1200 dpi, Xerox C325 1200 x 1200 dpi, 4800 Color Quality. Duty cycle (monthly): Lexmark CS531dw 100,000 pages, Xerox C325 65,000 pages.