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Brother MFC-L3780CDW — Color laser · 27ppm · Duplex · ADF
Brother

Brother MFC-L3780CDW

Color laser · 27ppm · Duplex · ADF

88
/ 100
From $549
VS
Brother MFC-L3780CDW wins by 8
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm
HP

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm

80
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Brother MFC-L3780CDW takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Brother MFC-L3780CDW lands at 88 and HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e at 80. That puts Brother MFC-L3780CDW ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Brother MFC-L3780CDW if…

  • ✓Toner-cheap color laser
  • ✓Auto-duplex with single-pass scanning
  • ✓No first-party ink subscription

Pick HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e if…

  • ✓Fast 20 ipm color
  • ✓Solid AIO with ADF
  • ✓Smart features via HP+
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Speed

Brother MFC-L3780CDW

Compared on the speed sub-score

Brother MFC-L3780CDW leads on speed (92 vs 88).

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Cost

Brother MFC-L3780CDW

Compared on the cost sub-score

Brother MFC-L3780CDW leads on cost (96 vs 70).

Value for money

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e more score per dollar ($299 vs $549).

Brother MFC-L3780CDW 88
vs
80 HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Score breakdown

Brother MFC-L3780CDW
88
speed 92
quality 86
cost 96
features 90
value 92
reliability 0
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
80
speed 88
quality 86
cost 70
features 0
value 0
reliability 86

Specs side-by-side

Brother MFC-L3780CDW versus HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — full spec comparison
Spec Brother MFC-L3780CDW HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
Type
Color laser MFP
Inkjet AIO
Speed
27 ppm color + mono
20 ipm
Resolution
2400×600 dpi
—
Duplex
Auto print + scan
—
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, USB-C, AirPrint
Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet
ADF
50-sheet single-pass duplex
Yes
Weight
24.5 kg
—

Brother MFC-L3780CDW

Pros
  • +Toner-cheap color laser
  • +Auto-duplex with single-pass scanning
  • +No first-party ink subscription
Cons
  • −Glossy paper not supported
  • −Color photos quality below inkjet
  • −Loud at 50 dB

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Pros
  • +Fast 20 ipm color
  • +Solid AIO with ADF
  • +Smart features via HP+
Cons
  • −Instant Ink subscription locks cartridges
  • −HP DRM controversial
  • −Runs out of ink quickly

FAQ: Brother MFC-L3780CDW vs HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Which is better, Brother MFC-L3780CDW or HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e? +

Brother MFC-L3780CDW scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Brother MFC-L3780CDW worth the price? +

At $549, Brother MFC-L3780CDW delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in cost.

Is HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e worth the price? +

At $299, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in speed.

Does Brother MFC-L3780CDW or HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for speed, Brother MFC-L3780CDW or HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e? +

Brother MFC-L3780CDW — leads on speed (92 vs 88). Compared on the speed sub-score.

Which is better for cost, Brother MFC-L3780CDW or HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e? +

Brother MFC-L3780CDW — leads on cost (96 vs 70). Compared on the cost sub-score.