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Xerox VersaLink C405 — Color laser AIO
Xerox

Xerox VersaLink C405

Color laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $999
VS
Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — Mono laser AIO · 2021
Canon

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Mono laser AIO · 2021

82
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xerox VersaLink C405 lands at 82 and Canon imageCLASS MF452dw at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Xerox VersaLink C405 if…

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

Pick Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 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

Xerox VersaLink C405

Compared on the cost sub-score

Xerox VersaLink C405 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 imageCLASS MF452dw

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw more score per dollar ($449 vs $999).

Xerox VersaLink C405 82
vs
82 Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Score breakdown

Xerox VersaLink C405
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Xerox VersaLink C405 versus Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — full spec comparison
Spec Xerox VersaLink C405 Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
Type
Color laser AIO
Mono laser AIO
Release year
—
2021

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

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

FAQ: Xerox VersaLink C405 vs Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Which is better, Xerox VersaLink C405 or Canon imageCLASS MF452dw? +

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

Is Xerox VersaLink C405 worth the price? +

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

Is Canon imageCLASS MF452dw worth the price? +

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

Does Xerox VersaLink C405 or Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 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, Xerox VersaLink C405 or Canon imageCLASS MF452dw? +

Xerox VersaLink C405 — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, Xerox VersaLink C405 or Canon imageCLASS MF452dw? +

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — more score per dollar ($449 vs $999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.