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HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw — Mono laser AIO
HP

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Mono laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $499
VS
Xerox VersaLink C405 — Color laser AIO
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, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw lands at 82 and Xerox VersaLink C405 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw if…

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

Pick Xerox VersaLink C405 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

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

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw more score per dollar ($499 vs $999).

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 82
vs
82 Xerox VersaLink C405

Score breakdown

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
Xerox VersaLink C405
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw versus Xerox VersaLink C405 — full spec comparison
Spec HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw Xerox VersaLink C405
Type
Mono laser AIO
Color laser AIO

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

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

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: HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw vs Xerox VersaLink C405

Which is better, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

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

Is HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw worth the price? +

At $499, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 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 HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 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.

Which is the better value, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw — more score per dollar ($499 vs $999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.