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At a glance
- Xerox C415/DN: 42ppm; 250-sheet tray + 1-sheet bypass; 7-inch touchscreen.
- HP 4301fdw: 35ppm; 250-sheet tray + 50-sheet multipurpose tray; 4.3-inch touchscreen.
- Both are letter/legal devices.
- Checked September 27, 2026.
Xerox C415/DN vs HP 4301fdw
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| Difference | Xerox VersaLink C415/DN | HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdw |
|---|---|---|
| US hardware price | $1,199 sale / $1,399 regular, base C415/DN, before options, tax and shipping | HP Store price varies with promotions; request an exact-SKU quote |
| Letter print speed | Up to 42ppm color/black | Up to 35ppm color/black |
| Core functions | Print, copy, scan, fax | Print, copy, scan, fax |
| Maximum paper size class | Legal | Legal |
| Wireless | Optional adapter | Included in fdw model |
| Standard paper input | 250-sheet tray plus 1-sheet manual feed | 250-sheet tray plus 50-sheet multipurpose tray |
| Control panel | 7-inch touchscreen | 4.3-inch touchscreen |
| Distinct workflow platform | ConnectKey and optional App Gallery services | HP office printing/scanning ecosystem |
| Supply fine print | Quote toner and applicable maintenance items | Dynamic-security cartridge requirements apply |
| Main limitation / extra cost | Base input is 251 sheets; Wi-Fi and additional trays are optional | Price varies with HP promotions; supplies must meet HP’s cartridge conditions |
| Best fit (Sigma assessment) | 42ppm output or ConnectKey apps justify the configured package | 35ppm is sufficient and included Wi-Fi plus a 50-sheet multipurpose tray help |
| Official sources | Xerox: VersaLink C415/DN product listing Xerox: VersaLink C415 product brochure |
HP: Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdw |
Sources: Xerox C415 specifications and HP 4301fdw specifications/store page. These are manufacturer-rated speeds, not independent test results.
When Xerox’s higher speed matters
A workgroup producing repeated long batches may benefit from the C415’s higher stated continuous rate. An office producing short jobs may care more about first-page behavior, scan setup or how easily staff select the correct paper. Ask for a demonstration using the same documents and output settings.
Xerox’s application platform is most relevant when a specific document workflow needs it. Identify the application and whether it is a paid subscription. A long list of available apps does not mean all of them are included with the device.
When the HP configuration is attractive
The 4301fdw provides wireless in the named model and a 50-sheet multipurpose input alongside its main tray. That can be useful when the office alternates envelopes or another supported stock with ordinary paper. Confirm media sizes and weights rather than assuming every special stock can be used automatically in duplex mode.
The model suffix matters. A similarly named fdn configuration is a different purchase from fdw. Keep the exact part number on the quote so a price comparison does not accidentally remove a required connection feature.
Compare the complete operating price
Price the same expected black/color volume, supply yield basis and ownership period. Include any required wireless option, extra tray, service plan and workflow application. HP’s cartridge restrictions belong in the supply-cost decision; do not calculate savings from an unsupported cartridge.
Choose Xerox if the demonstrated throughput or ConnectKey workflow justifies the complete package. Choose HP if its included connections and paper handling meet the office’s needs at the better verified total. Neither brand wins every printer comparison.
Questions to ask before you buy
- Do we need 42 pages per minute, or is 35 enough for our batches?
- Is wireless required, and is the Xerox adapter in the quote?
- Do we need a multipurpose tray for envelopes or special stock?
- What is the cost per page for supplies on each model?
What Hawaiʻi businesses should check
For Hawaiʻi offices, include supply delivery time and on-island service in the comparison, not just the hardware price.
Frequently asked questions
Can either print tabloid documents?
These compared models are letter/legal-class devices. Select a different machine if 11-by-17-inch output is required.
Sources and pricing notes
Prices and specifications checked September 27, 2026 against the providers’ published sources below. Prices are US list or published rates before taxes, fees and equipment unless stated; offers change, so confirm the current terms before you buy.
- Xerox. VersaLink C415 product brochure
- HP. Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdw
- Xerox. VersaLink C415/DN product listing
How Sigma is paid. Sigma is a Hawaiʻi technology advisor. Provider or reseller partners compensate Sigma; product and service prices may include a margin. No procurement fee applies. Standalone consulting is quoted separately.