Multifunction M479fdw guide for PC

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A color laser all-in-one printer from HP, with scan and copy functions, an automatic document feeder, built-in faxing, Ethernet and WiFi networking, and wireless printing with Apple AirPrint. Works with Windows, macOS and Linux.

HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw Printer


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The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw is part of the Printers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Printers--All-in-one models like the Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Text quality This indicates how crisply and clearly a printer produced black text in a variety of faces, sizes, and styles. Models with higher scores produce more uniform type, with sharper edges and smoother curves.

Text speed This score reflects how quickly the model can print text on five pages of plain, letter-sized pages. Less than 14 seconds is Excellent; 14 to 19 seconds is Very Good; 19 to 28 seconds is Good; 28 to 39 seconds is Fair; and longer than 39 seconds is Poor.

Graphics quality Our assessment of the appearance of color graphics produced by the printer. Black and white lasers were judged on black and white graphics.

HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw Printer Review

The HP Color LaserJet Pro Multifunction M479fdw is an outstanding laser printer for home or small offices, especially for those who regularly print in bulk. Whether it's in black only or color, documents are printed at great speed and the cartridge's high yield means you won't have to replace them often. You can scan documents and photos at a high resolution and color depth, and the scanner is also equipped with an automatic document feeder (ADF) that can perform duplex scanning, saving you time. Unfortunately, the quality of printed photos isn't good, and color accuracy will be an issue for those working in graphic design or printed media. On the bright side, its build quality is outstanding and its design gives you easy access to the toner cartridges and various trays. It's relatively inexpensive to print in large numbers, and the printer has excellent wireless connectivity options, providing convenience as well as keeping your setup clean and wire-free.

Compared To Other Printers
The HP Color LaserJet Pro Multifunction M479fdw is an outstanding printer for small or home offices. It's one of the best laser all-in-ones we've tested so far, as it's able to print quickly, affordably, and it's equipped with a full-feature scanner.

For other options, check out our recommendations for the best all-in-one printers, the best home printers, and the best photo printers.

Competing directly with our recent Editors' Choice from Lexmark, the MC2535adwe, HP's Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw ($599.99) is a midrange all-in-one color laser printer designed for use in a small-to-midsize office or workgroup. Like most HP lasers, this one churns out good-looking documents, though it's not the fastest and its running costs are a bit on the high side. The M479fdw is a solid performer overall, but there's nothing unique or exciting enough about it to set it apart in today's broad and highly competitive market for midrange color AIOs. Even so, if your monthly print and copy volume is moderate—say a thousand pages or fewer—this surprisingly compact LaserJet should serve you well.

Small Footprint, Features Galore
The M479fdw measures 15.7 by 16.4 by 18.6 inches (HWD) and weighs 51.6 pounds. It's far from featherweight, but that's somewhat smaller and lighter than most competing laser AIOs. The Lexmark MC2535adwe mentioned above, for example, is a few inches wider and longer and weighs about 8 pounds more. Canon's Color imageClass MF746Cdw and MF741Cdw are both taller and wider, as well as a few pounds heavier. In contrast, though, Epson's 2019 WorkForce Pro WF-C5790 Color MFP Supertank, an inkjet-based laser alternative, has a similar footprint and weighs about 10 pounds less.