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HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm
HP

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm

80
/ 100
From $299
VS
Xerox VersaLink C405 wins by 2
Xerox VersaLink C405 — Color laser AIO
Xerox

Xerox VersaLink C405

Color laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict

Xerox VersaLink C405 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e lands at 80 and Xerox VersaLink C405 at 82. That puts Xerox VersaLink C405 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e if…

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

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

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Compared on the quality sub-score

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e leads on quality (86 vs 82).

Speed

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Compared on the speed sub-score

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e leads on speed (88 vs 78).

Reliability

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Compared on the reliability sub-score

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e leads on reliability (86 vs 80).

Value for money

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e more score per dollar ($299 vs $999).

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e 80
vs
82 Xerox VersaLink C405

Score breakdown

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
80
speed 88
quality 86
cost 70
reliability 86
Xerox VersaLink C405
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e versus Xerox VersaLink C405 — full spec comparison
Spec HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e Xerox VersaLink C405
Type
Inkjet AIO
Color laser AIO
Speed
20 ipm
—
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet
—
ADF
Yes
—

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

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 OfficeJet Pro 9025e vs Xerox VersaLink C405

Which is better, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

Xerox VersaLink C405 scores 82 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e worth the price? +

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

Is Xerox VersaLink C405 worth the price? +

At $999, Xerox VersaLink C405 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e 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 better for quality, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — leads on quality (86 vs 82). Compared on the quality sub-score.

Which is better for speed, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — leads on speed (88 vs 78). Compared on the speed sub-score.