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Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — Mono laser AIO · 2021
Canon

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Mono laser AIO · 2021

82
/ 100
From $449
VS
Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 — EcoTank inkjet
Canon

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020

EcoTank inkjet

82
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw lands at 82 and Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Canon imageCLASS MF452dw if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support

Pick Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing
  • ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
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Winner by scenario

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

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

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

Cost

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020

Compared on the cost sub-score

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 leads on cost (82 vs 80).

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

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

Value for money

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 more score per dollar ($399 vs $449).

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 82
vs
82 Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020

Score breakdown

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw versus Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon imageCLASS MF452dw Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020
Type
Mono laser AIO
EcoTank inkjet
Release year
2021
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Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020

Pros
  • +Wireless printing
  • +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Cons
  • −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
  • −Drum/toner replacement cost
  • −Slow photo print on some inkjets

FAQ: Canon imageCLASS MF452dw vs Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020

Which is better, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon imageCLASS MF452dw worth the price? +

At $449, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Is Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 worth the price? +

At $399, Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 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 cost, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020? +

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020? +

Canon PIXMA MegaTank G6020 — more score per dollar ($399 vs $449). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.