Xerox VersaLink C405
Color laser AIO
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
Inkjet AIO · 2020
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Xerox VersaLink C405 lands at 82 and Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 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 Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testQuality
TieCompared on the quality sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Cost
Xerox VersaLink C405Compared on the cost sub-score
Xerox VersaLink C405 leads on cost (82 vs 80).
Reliability
TieCompared on the reliability sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 more score per dollar ($269 vs $999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Xerox VersaLink C405 | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Color laser AIO | Inkjet AIO |
| Release year | — | 2020 |
Xerox VersaLink C405
- +Wireless printing
- +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
- −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
- −Drum/toner replacement cost
- −Slow photo print on some inkjets
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
FAQ: Xerox VersaLink C405 vs Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
Which is better, Xerox VersaLink C405 or Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820? +
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 Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 worth the price? +
At $269, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Does Xerox VersaLink C405 or Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 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 Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820? +
Xerox VersaLink C405 — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.
Which is the better value, Xerox VersaLink C405 or Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820? +
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 — more score per dollar ($269 vs $999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.