Lexmark B3340dw vs Ricoh P 501

Detailed Technical Comparison & Buying Guide

Lexmark B3340dw Lexmark B3340dw
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Ricoh P 501 Ricoh P 501

Lexmark B3340dw

✅ Impressive 40ppm speed makes light work of massive document stacks.
❌ The setup software can be a bit heavy for older PCs.

Ricoh P 501

✅ Exceptional durability for high-security monochrome printing needs.
❌ The design looks a bit dated for a mid-2020s office machine.
Feature Lexmark B3340dw Ricoh P 501
Print Technology Monochrome Laser Monochrome Laser
Colour Output Black Black
Print Resolution 600 x 600 dpi 1200 x 1200 dpi
Black Print Speed (PPM) 40 ppm 45 ppm
Colour Print Speed (PPM) N/A N/A
First Page Out Time 6.2 sec 5.0 sec
Auto Double-Sided Yes Yes
Input Paper Capacity 250 Sheets 500 Sheets
Output Tray Capacity 150 Sheets 250 Sheets
Supported Paper Sizes A4, A5, A6, B5 A4, A5, B5
Paper Weight Support 60-105 g/m2 52-220 g/m2
Scanner Type None None
Scan Resolution N/A N/A
Auto Document Feeder None None
Copy Speed No No
Wi-Fi Connectivity Yes Optional
Ethernet Support Yes Yes
USB Connectivity Yes Yes
Mobile Printing Support Yes Yes
Display Panel N/A N/A
Monthly Duty Cycle N/A N/A
Ink/Cartridge System N/A N/A
Borderless Printing N/A N/A
Width N/A N/A
Depth N/A N/A
Height N/A N/A
Machine Weight N/A N/A
Energy Efficiency N/A N/A
Noise Level (dB) N/A N/A
Processor Speed N/A N/A
Internal Memory N/A N/A
Cloud Print Support N/A N/A
Security Features N/A N/A
Compatible OS N/A N/A
Included in Box N/A N/A
Warranty Period N/A N/A
Recommended Use N/A N/A

⚖️ Expert Verdict

Two heavyweights entering the ring. The Ricoh P 501 is an enterprise powerhouse with 45ppm speed and top-tier security. The Lexmark B3340dw is just as fast and built just as tough. It’s a proper tight race, but the Ricoh P 501 wins slightly on having a more advanced internal controller for heavy corporate network traffic. Both are absolute units, but if you’re outfitting a whole department in the City, the Ricoh P 501 is the superior choice for high-volume, secure monochrome printing.

What Owners Are Saying?

Lexmark B3340dw

Admin_Guru
"The steel frame makes this feel like it’ll last a decade. It's an industrial powerhouse in a compact size. The processing speed for large PDF files is mind-blowing—no more waiting for the machine to 'think' before it starts printing. Definitely the definitive winner for heavy administrative churn."

Ricoh P 501

Security_Lead
"Unmatched security features. If you work in finance or legal, this is the definitive winner. Fast processing of complex files and built like a proper tank."

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