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| Specification | BrotherMFC-L8970CDW | BrotherMFC-L2980DW |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic duplex output | YesSource | YesSource |
| Color capability | ColorSource | MonochromeSource |
| Declared print speed | 33 ipm or mppmSource | 36 ipm or mppmSource |
| Default sleep delay | 1 minSource | 1 minSource |
| ENERGY STAR partner | Brother Industries, Ltd.Source | Brother Industries, Ltd.Source |
| Imaging typical annual electricity consumption | 22.36 kWh/yearSource | 18.2 kWh/yearSource |
| Marking technology | Electro-photographic (EP)Source | Electro-photographic (EP)Source |
| Page format class | StandardSource | StandardSource |
| Product type | Multifunction Devices (MFD)Source | Multifunction Devices (MFD)Source |
| Typical electricity consumption | 0.43 kWh/weekSource | 0.35 kWh/weekSource |