Toner Cartridges for the Samsung ML-3312ND

Samsung ML-3312ND Printer Review

The Samsung ML-3312 is a series of monochrome printers that includes the ML-3313ND which benefits from networking and duplexing capabilities. The manufacturer promotes fast maximum speeds of up to 33 pages per minute for standard text projects, and expert tests confirm its quick output. Its fast speeds, comprehensive control features and consistent quality outweigh some of the negative attributes like expensive toners.

The unit has a compact size of only 14x14x10 inches that is ideal for desktop printing. Its front panel has a simplistic design with a navigation pad and management buttons for economic print mode and quick start, as well as a 2-line LCD display. It comes with minimal paper handling and RAM that can conveniently be upgraded, the media capacity to a total of 820 pages and the memory to a maximum of 302 MB. Expandable capabilities and monthly duty cycle of 50,000 pages make it a good fit for workgroups who plan to grow in the future.

Projects turn out as expected from a monochrome laser unit, with precise black lines for text and a maximum resolution of 1200x1200 dpi using Samsung ML-3312 printer toner. Graphics and photos had slight issues with overall quality and gradation, but should be fine for basic projects and in-house use.

While replacing standard 2,000-page Samsung ML-3312 toner cartridges can become expensive, users have two options to help make running costs more affordable. The first is to purchase longer lasting high-capacity black supplies that can yield up to 5,000 sheets. Lastly, users can choose remanufactured Samsung ML-3312 toner cartridges that are nearly half the cost of genuine brands.

This unit's main attractions are its speed and upgradability, but its penchant for higher running costs may have users choosing other more affordable devices in the same class. All in all its dependable text and sufficient graphics output make it a good pick for small or medium workgroups.