Samsung CLX-3185 Toner Cartridges

The Samsung CLX-3185 is a multifunction color laser printer geared toward small workgroups with minimal graphic and photo needs, due to its slow speeds of only around 4 pages per minute for color. While its CLX-3185N and CLX-3185FW models offer useful options like an ethernet interface for networking and Wi-Fi support, slow printing in color and only average speeds of 17 pages per minute for monochrome projects make other faster and more affordable multifunction units on the market a better value.

The manufacturer presents the device as capable of producing color and monochrome documents with a maximum resolution of 1200x1200 dpi using Samsung CLX-3185 printer toner. Users may expect impressive full-color graphics, but tests reveal duplicates to lose some of the quality of the original and text print jobs have just average quality, which may cause disappointment. To add further critique, experts note expensive toners that contribute to high running costs.

A size of 16x13x14 inches does make it conveniently compact for an all-in-one. A simple design helps contribute to its slim size, including a basic front panel with one-touch scan and copy buttons and an LCD to display job progress. A single paper tray also helps cut down the footprint, but also leaves users with only a maximum media capacity of 130 sheets.

The device prints with 3 separate color Samsung CLX-3185 toner cartridges that can last around 1,000 pages each. Its black Samsung CLX-3185 toner cartridge can produce around 1,500 pages, which is on the low end for office printers. Though the price for supplies is a bit high, choosing compatible replacements can lessen the blow.

Overall, the CLX-3185 is a multifunction machine that doesn't compare well to its competition. With slow speeds, lackluster color projects and expensive running costs, buyers should seek out a more capable and affordable small workgroup laser printer.

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