Xerox Phaser 3020 vs Brother HL-L2370DW

Detailed Technical Comparison & Buying Guide

Xerox Phaser 3020 Xerox Phaser 3020
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Brother HL-L2370DW Brother HL-L2370DW

Xerox Phaser 3020

✅ Very small and fits in tight spaces.
❌ Slower than most other laser printers.

Brother HL-L2370DW

✅ Blistering 36ppm speed and exceptionally low cost-per-page with high-yield toners.
❌ The single-line LCD display feels a bit like a relic from the 90s.
Feature Xerox Phaser 3020 Brother HL-L2370DW
Print Technology Mono Laser Monochrome Laser
Colour Output N/A Black
Print Resolution N/A 2400 x 600 dpi
Black Print Speed (PPM) 20 ppm 36 ppm
Colour Print Speed (PPM) N/A N/A
First Page Out Time 8.5 sec 8.5 sec
Auto Double-Sided Manual Yes
Input Paper Capacity 150 Sheets 250 Sheets
Output Tray Capacity 100 Sheets 150 Sheets
Supported Paper Sizes N/A A4, Letter, Legal
Paper Weight Support N/A 60-163 g/m2
Scanner Type N/A None
Scan Resolution N/A N/A
Auto Document Feeder N/A None
Copy Speed N/A No
Wi-Fi Connectivity Yes Yes
Ethernet Support N/A Yes
USB Connectivity N/A Yes
Mobile Printing Support N/A Yes
Display Panel N/A N/A
Monthly Duty Cycle 15,000 pages N/A
Ink/Cartridge System 106R02773 Toner N/A
Borderless Printing N/A N/A
Width 331 mm N/A
Depth 215 mm N/A
Height 188 mm N/A
Machine Weight 4.1 kg N/A
Energy Efficiency N/A N/A
Noise Level (dB) N/A N/A
Processor Speed 600 MHz N/A
Internal Memory 128 MB N/A
Cloud Print Support N/A N/A
Security Features N/A N/A
Compatible OS N/A N/A
Included in Box N/A N/A
Warranty Period N/A N/A
Recommended Use N/A N/A

⚖️ Expert Verdict

The Xerox Phaser 3020 is an ultra-compact, entry-level laser printer that is great for very light home use, but it feels like a toy compared to the Brother HL-L2370dw. The Phaser 3020 lacks automatic duplex printing, meaning you have to manually flip pages to print on both sides—a major inconvenience for modern workflows. It is also slower (21ppm vs 36ppm) and has a much smaller paper tray. The Brother HL-L2370dw provides a more professional experience with its larger toner capacity, faster processing, and much more stable wireless connectivity. While the Phaser is a decent budget option for occasional use, the Brother HL-L2370dw is the clear winner for anyone who values their time and wants a more efficient, feature-rich printer.

What Owners Are Saying?

Xerox Phaser 3020

RetiredTeacher
"It’s okay for the odd letter, but it feels a bit dated. No duplex printing means I’m manually flipping pages like it’s 1999. Frugal on price, but a faff on time."

Brother HL-L2370DW

Office_Manager
"The perfect mono laser. Fast, quiet, and the high-yield toner lasts forever. Proper sorted."

Will S.
"Fast 34ppm speed. Does the job without any drama."

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