HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn
A wired colour laser printer offering fast, reliable output for high-volume office colour printing. Ethernet connection ensures consistent performance in shared environments.
Editor's summary
The HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn targets the small-office and home-office segment — consistent output through the working week without enterprise-grade overhead. A starting price of $699 places it in the mid-market — more capable than the sub-$100 tier but without premium-segment overhead.
Print speed is rated at 35 ppm, which is well-suited to mixed-office workloads and multi-page document runs. With a monthly duty cycle of 50,000 pages, the hardware has clear headroom for small-office workloads. Running cost is competitive at $0.020 per page, keeping ownership costs predictable for regular use.
Connectivity relies on wired Ethernet — simpler and more reliable in a shared-office setting than pure Wi-Fi.
Overall, it is a well-balanced option for small teams — the spec profile matches consistent weekday volume without the overhead of an enterprise MFP. Specifications below are sourced from the manufacturer's published datasheet and product page; see our ranking methodology for how we assess printers uniformly across the database, or our editorial standards for sourcing and corrections policy.
Specifications
Laser
35 ppm
600 dpi
50,000 pages
$0.020
Office
Highlights
- 35ppm colour laser
- Wired Ethernet
- 50,000 duty cycle
Who It's Best For
Well-suited to small offices, home offices, and small teams that print consistently throughout the week.
Strengths
- Low cost per page ($0.020)
- Solid 35 ppm print speed
- Strong 50,000 pages/month duty cycle
- Toner stays usable for years — no drying out from infrequent use
Key Considerations
- No built-in Wi-Fi — requires wired USB or Ethernet setup
