Epson
xp8600
vs
Epson
xp970
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Epson xp8600 alternatives
Epson xp970 alternatives
specs
Epson
xp8600
Display
compared
Epson
xp970
Lcd
Display Type:
Lcd
Lcd
Display:
4.3"
Epson
xp8600
System Requirements
compared
Epson
xp970
not available
Compatible Operating Systems:
Mac: OS X 10.6.8 or Later. PC: Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP3, XP Professional X64 Edition SP2
Mac OS X 10.6.8 or Later, Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP3, Windows XP Professional X64 Edition SP2
Minimum System Requirements:
Mac OS X 10.6.8 or Later
Epson
xp8600
Power
compared
Epson
xp970
50/60 HzHz (50/60 Hz)
AC Input Frequency:
50/60 HzHz (50/60 Hz)
100V
AC Input Voltage:
220V
0.1W
Power Consumption (Off):
not available
7.2 W
Power Consumption (Ready):
not available
0.6W
Power Consumption (Standby):
1.2W
120W
Typical Power Consumption:
120W
Epson
xp8600
Consumables
compared
Epson
xp970
not available
EP-Cartridge:
Elephant 24
Epson
xp8600
Paper Handling
compared
Epson
xp970
A4, A5, A6
ISO A-Series Sizes (A0...A9):
A3, A4, A5, A6
B5
ISO B-Series Sizes (B0...B9):
B5
A4
Maximum ISO A-Series Paper Size:
A3
A4 / letter
Maximum Print Size:
A3
L, Legal, Letter
Non-ISO Print Media Sizes:
L, Legal, Letter
Envelopes, Glossy paper, Photo paper, Plain paper
Paper Tray Media Types:
Envelopes, Glossy paper, Photo paper, Plain paper
Legal (216 X 356 Mm), A4 (210 X 297 Mm) (Max)
Standard Media Sizes:
A3, A4, A5, A6, B5, C6 (Envelope), DL (Envelope), No. 10 (Envelope), Letter, 10 X 15 Cm, 13 X 18 Cm, 16:9, User Defined, Legal
Envelopes, Gloss, Glossy paper, Ph, Photo paper, Plain, Plain paper
Standard Tray Media Types:
DVD, Envelopes, Matte paper, Matte), Ph, Photo paper, Plain, Plain paper, Printable CD
Epson
xp8600
Packaging Data
compared
Epson
xp970
not available
Bundled Software:
Epson Document Capture Pro
not available
Manual:
Yes
Epson
xp8600
Weight & Dimensions
compared
Epson
xp970
8.2kg
Weight:
8.7kg
142mm
Height:
148mm
340mm
Depth:
356mm
349mm
Width:
479mm
Epson
xp8600
Output Capacity
compared
Epson
xp970
not available
Standard Output Capacity:
30 Sheets
Epson
xp8600
Ports & Interfaces
compared
Epson
xp970
Yes
Direct Printing (PictBridge):
Yes
Wifi
Optional Connectivity:
Usb
Usb, Usb 2, Wireless
Standard Interfaces:
Ethernet
Yes
USB Port:
Yes
Epson
xp8600
Input & Output Capacity
compared
Epson
xp970
2
Maximum Number of Input Trays:
2
Paper tray
Paper Input Type:
Paper tray
Epson
xp8600
Input Capacity
compared
Epson
xp970
2
Number of Standard Paper Trays:
2
120 Sheets
Standard Input Capacity:
100 Sheets
Epson
xp8600
Features
compared
Epson
xp970
Yes
Colour Printing:
Yes
Yes
Duplex Printing:
Yes
6-colour Claria Photo HD Inks
Ink Type:
not available
Y, Black, Cyan, Ligh, Light cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow
Printing Colours:
Y, Black, Cyan, Ligh, Light cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow
not available
Separate Cartridges:
Yes
Epson
xp8600
Network
compared
Epson
xp970
not available
Ethernet LAN Support:
Yes
Apple airprint, Epson connect, Epson email print, Epson iprint, Epson remote print, Google cloud print
Mobile Printing Technologies:
Apple airprint, Epson connect, Epson email print, Epson iprint, Epson remote print, Google cloud print
Aes, Tkip, Wep, Wpa
Security Algorithms:
Aes, Tkip, Wep, Wpa
not available
Bluetooth:
No
not available
Wi-Fi Direct:
Yes
Epson
xp8600
Performance
compared
Epson
xp970
Microsd (TransFlash), Microsdhc, Microsdxc, Minisd, Minisdhc, Sd, Sdhc, Sdxc, X
Compatible Memory Cards:
Microsd (TransFlash), Microsdhc, Microsdxc, Minisd, Minisdhc, Sd, Sdhc, Sdxc, X
Yes
Integrated Card Reader:
Yes
Epson
xp8600
Printing
compared
Epson
xp970
Yes
Borderless Printing:
Yes
32ppm
Print Speed (Black):
28ppm
Epson
xp8600
Design
compared
Epson
xp970
Yes
Built-in Display:
Yes
Yes
Colour Display:
Yes
Touch
Control Type:
not available
4.29"
Display Diagonal:
4.29"
Yes
Touchscreen:
Yes
Black
Colour:
Black
Epson
xp8600
Other Features
compared
Epson
xp970
not available
All-In-One-Multitasking:
Yes
not available
Approximate Page Yield (A4, Colour):
3,400 Pages
not available
Box Contents:
Epson Expression XP-970 All-in-One Wireless A3 Photo Printer (C11CH45401) - Software (CD) - Main Unit - Power Cable - Full Set of Ink Cartridges - Quick Start Quide - User Manual - Warranty Document
not available
Category:
Printers
not available
Colour Faxing:
No
not available
Compatible Ink Types, Supplies:
Epson Claria Photo HD 24 & 24XL (Elephant) Inks: Magenta, Yellow, Cyan, Light Cyan, Black & Light Magenta
not available
Duplex Print Options:
Automatic Duplex
Print
Functions:
Print
USB 2.0, Wi-Fi(n), USB Host
Interface:
USB 2.0, LAN, Wi-Fi(n), USB Host
1,200 DPI
Optical Scanning Resolution:
1,200 DPI
Inkjet
Print Technology:
C
CIS
Scan Technology:
CIS
not available
Scanner Features:
CIS
not available
Scanner Type:
Flatbed
not available
Send to Email Capability:
Yes
not available
Type:
Inkjet
not available
Wireless Technology:
Yes
34.9 cm x 34 cm x 14.2 cmmm
Dimensions (WxDxH):
(H)14.8 x (W)47.9 x (D)35.6mm
Epson
xp8600
Special Features
compared
Epson
xp970
Yes
Claria Photo HD Ink:
not available
Epson
xp8600
Key Features
compared
Epson
xp970
5760 x 1440 DPI
Maximum Resolution:
Up to 5760 x 1400 dpi (mono) / up to 5760 x 1400 dpi (colour) DPI
9ppm
Print Speed (Colour):
28ppm
Yes
Wi-Fi:
Yes