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Top 5 Color Laser Multifunction Printers

These efficient workhorses combine color laser printing, scanning, copying, and, frequently, faxing. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Melissa Riofrio, PC World

Monday, February 04, 2008, 10:00 PM PST
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Brother MFC-9440CN
Brother MFC-9440CN
B&W Pages per Min.: 21
Color Pages per Min.: 21
Max. B&W dpi: 2400-by-600
Max. Color dpi: 2400-by-600
Max. Scanning dpi: 1200
Tray Capacity, pages: 300
Price When Reviewed: $699
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Bottom Line: This efficient printer, though only marginal for photos, is a solid choice for adding a little color to work documents.
(Last Rated: February 04, 2008)
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81.0Very Good
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Dell Multifunction Color Laser Printer 3115cn
Dell Multifunction Color Laser Printer 3115cn
B&W Pages per Min.: 31
Color Pages per Min.: 17
Max. B&W dpi: 600-by-600
Max. Color dpi: 600-by-600
Max. Scanning dpi: 600x600
Tray Capacity, pages: 400
Price When Reviewed: $899
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Bottom Line: Speed and expandability are this model's forte, making up for its subpar photos and design quirks.
(Last Rated: February 04, 2008)
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80.1Very Good
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Xerox Phaser 6180MFP
Xerox Phaser 6180MFP
B&W Pages per Min.: 31
Color Pages per Min.: 20
Max. B&W dpi: 600-by-600
Max. Color dpi: 600-by-600
Max. Scanning dpi: 600
Tray Capacity, pages: 400
Price When Reviewed: $999
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Bottom Line: This high-end unit offers good performance and features, but it's not for the budget-conscious.
(Last Rated: February 04, 2008)
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75.8Good
4
Lexmark X500n
Lexmark X500n
B&W Pages per Min.: 31
Color Pages per Min.: 8
Max. B&W dpi: 1200-by-600
Max. Color dpi: 1200-by-600
Max. Scanning dpi: 1200
Tray Capacity, pages: 250
Price When Reviewed: $500
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Bottom Line: Cheap to buy but costly to resupply, this MFP would fit best in a lower-volume small office.
(Last Rated: February 04, 2008)
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75.7Good
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Oki Printing Solutions C3530n
Oki Printing Solutions C3530n
B&W Pages per Min.: 20
Color Pages per Min.: 16
Max. B&W dpi: 1200-by-1200
Max. Color dpi: 1200-by-1200
Max. Scanning dpi: 4800
Tray Capacity, pages: 250
Price When Reviewed: $549
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Bottom Line: A low-volume office might tolerate the pricey toner, but the design could be a lot better.
(Last Rated: February 04, 2008)
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73.3Good
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