Samsung CLX-3300 Toner Cartridges

Samsung CLX-3300 Printer Review

The Samsung CLX-3300 multifunction color laser printer builds on the excellent design of previous single-function machines, but adds scanning and copying capabilities to make it a well-rounded office device. It is still designed for personal or light-duty use, and speeds are limited to 18 pages per minute for monochrome and 4 pages per minute for color, but its high-quality output and the low cost per page of Samsung CLX-3300 printer toner make it a solid choice.

The CLX-3300 is a bit larger than its single-function counterparts, but is still quite compact. It measures 11.36x15.98x14.25 inches, and weighs only 28.26 pounds before the Samsung CLX-3300 toner cartridges are installed. The model includes an ethernet port for networking, wireless support, and a USB 2.0 port for individual use.

The control panel is streamlined, but intuitive. It features dedicated buttons for features like Scan to and Print Screen, as well as an Eco button that can extend the life of replacement toners while only slightly reducing quality. The flatbed scanner can handle up to A4 size media, though some users might prefer an automatic document feeder for continuous scanning. A one-touch WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button makes for quick and simple wireless setup with routers that support this feature.

Replacing all four Samsung CLX-3300 toner cartridges carries a fairly high cost, especially for individual users on a small budget. Nevertheless, the cost per page for Samsung CLX-3300 toner is quite low, and should result in savings over older models or even inkjet models it might be replacing.

Overall, the Samsung CLX-3300 is a great solution for the very small office of only a few users, or the personal user who needs to copy and scan. Its wireless setup is quick and simple, speeds are fairly quick, and its low running costs make it a good value.