HP Color LaserJet Pro M454dn vs M479fdw
These models share the same office-colour family logic, but the M479fdw adds scan, copy, fax, touchscreen control and wireless networking while the M454dn stays focused on printing.
HP specifications
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw specs
Full-featured colour laser MFP with print, copy, scan, fax, automatic duplexing, dual-band Wi‑Fi and Ethernet.
Colourpoint verdict: The strongest all-round office device in this starter arena when colour and multifunction workflow matter together.
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw full specifications
| Technology | Colour laser |
|---|---|
| Functions | Print, copy, scan, fax, email |
| Print speed | Up to 27 ppm black and colour (A4) |
| Resolution | 600 × 600 dpi; enhanced modes available |
| Duty cycle | Up to 50,000 pages/month |
| Recommended volume | 750–4,000 pages/month |
| Duplex | Automatic |
| Wi‑Fi | Dual-band Wi‑Fi + Wi‑Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 + host USB |
| Paper input | 50-sheet multipurpose + 250-sheet tray |
| Paper output | 150 sheets |
| Display | 4.3-inch colour touchscreen |
Compatible consumables
- HP 415A series
- HP 415X high-yield series
Who should buy it?
Shared offices that need colour printing plus scanning, copying, fax, wireless access and duplex workflows in one device.
What should you know first?
More features and four toner cartridges mean higher acquisition and running complexity than a simple mono printer.
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