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Top 10 Color Laser Printers

Color laser printers are becoming more affordable, though toner costs can still be a shock. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Edited by Melissa Riofrio

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PCW Rating: 87.0PCW Rating: 87.0PCW Rating: 87.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

1. Dell 3130cn

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: Spoil your small workgroup with this printer's speed, great output quality, and cheap toner.

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PCW Rating: 85.0PCW Rating: 85.0PCW Rating: 85.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

2. Lexmark C734dn Color Laser Printer

Maximum paper size, height: 1100.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: Offices will like the speed, features, and low cost; the default color palette is oversaturated.

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PCW Rating: 84.0PCW Rating: 84.0PCW Rating: 84.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

3. Xerox Phaser 7500 Color Laser Printer

Maximum paper size, height: 17.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 11 inches

Bottom Line: Yes, it’s expensive, but it prints on paper up to banner size, at a fast clip and for a low cost.

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PCW Rating: 84.0PCW Rating: 84.0PCW Rating: 84.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

4. Kyocera Mita FS-C5300DN

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: Speed and economy are its strengths; its color quality is acceptable for mainstream business use.

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PCW Rating: 80.0PCW Rating: 80.0PCW Rating: 80.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

5. Brother HL-4040CN

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: This basic office printer balances good pricing, speed, and print quality with a sometimes-awkward design.

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PCW Rating: 80.0PCW Rating: 80.0PCW Rating: 80.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

6. Lexmark C780n

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: For busy offices, this unit's speed and print quality are worth the cost--despite the subpar reliability.

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PCW Rating: 81.0PCW Rating: 81.0PCW Rating: 81.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

7. Konica Minolta Magicolor 4650EN

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: This competent color laser is both well priced and well made.

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PCW Rating: 79.0PCW Rating: 79.0PCW Rating: 79.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

8. HP Color LaserJet CP2025

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: For the price, you get solid overall performance--but a somewhat less solid-feeling package.

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PCW Rating: 77.0PCW Rating: 77.0PCW Rating: 77.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

9. Oki Printing Solutions C8800n

Maximum paper size, height: 1100.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: Wide-format printing makes it special, but a printer this costly should be better designed.

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PCW Rating: 77.0PCW Rating: 77.0PCW Rating: 77.0

Last Rated: September 30, 2009

10. Dell 2130cn

Maximum paper size, height: 14.0 inches; Maximum paper size, width: 8.5 inches

Bottom Line: Your small workgroup will enjoy this capable color laser until it's time to buy more toner.

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