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Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — Mono laser AIO · 2021
Canon

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Mono laser AIO · 2021

82
/ 100
From $449
VS
Xerox B305/DNI — Mono laser AIO · 2022
Xerox

Xerox B305/DNI

Mono laser AIO · 2022

82
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw lands at 82 and Xerox B305/DNI 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 Xerox B305/DNI if…

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

Tie

Compared on the cost sub-score

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

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

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

Value for money

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw more score per dollar ($449 vs $499).

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 82
vs
82 Xerox B305/DNI

Score breakdown

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Xerox B305/DNI
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw versus Xerox B305/DNI — full spec comparison
Spec Canon imageCLASS MF452dw Xerox B305/DNI
Type
Mono laser AIO
Mono laser AIO
Release year
2021
2022

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

Xerox B305/DNI

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

FAQ: Canon imageCLASS MF452dw vs Xerox B305/DNI

Which is better, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Xerox B305/DNI? +

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 Xerox B305/DNI worth the price? +

At $499, Xerox B305/DNI delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Xerox B305/DNI 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 the better value, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Xerox B305/DNI? +

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — more score per dollar ($449 vs $499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.