Epson
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
Inkjet AIO · 2020
82
/ 100
From $269
VS
Xerox
Xerox VersaLink C405
Color laser AIO
82
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 lands at 82 and Xerox VersaLink C405 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Pick Xerox VersaLink C405 if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 82
vs 82 Xerox VersaLink C405
Score breakdown
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Xerox VersaLink C405
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 | Xerox VersaLink C405 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Inkjet AIO | Color laser AIO |
| Release year | 2020 | — |
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
Pros
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
Cons
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
Xerox VersaLink C405
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: Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 vs Xerox VersaLink C405
Which is better, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 or Xerox VersaLink C405? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 worth the price? +
At $269, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Is Xerox VersaLink C405 worth the price? +
At $999, Xerox VersaLink C405 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Does Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 or Xerox VersaLink C405 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.