The HP DeskJet 4220e AIO Printer is an affordable All-In-One InkJet that sounds too good to be true. On a street price of 50-60 USD targets the casual home user who doesn’t have high demands and doesn’t want to spend a fortune on an AIO printer. WiFi, Scan, and Print are its strong selling points. The competition at this price range is stiff, though. So, the question is: Is it worth it? Or is it just one more ScamJet? Let’s find out.
Prologue & Technical specifications
HP DeskJet 4220e All-in-One Printer (588K6A)
| Functions | Print, copy, scan |
|---|---|
| HP+ Product Disclaimer | This is an HP+-enabled printer. Choose HP+ at product setup to activate benefits. HP+ requires an HP account, ongoing connection to the internet, and exclusive use of Original HP Ink cartridges for the printer’s life. More at: http://www.hp.com/plus |
| Print speed black (ISO) | Up to 8.5 ppm 1 |
| Print speed black (draft, A4) | Up to 20 ppm 1 |
| Print speed black (ISO, A4) | Up to 8.5 ppm 1 |
| Print speed color (ISO) | Up to 5.5 ppm 1 |
| Print speed color (draft, A4) | Up to 16 ppm 1 |
| Print Speed Color (ISO) | Up to 5.5 ppm 1 |
| First page out black (A4, ready) | As fast as 15 sec |
| First page out color (A4, ready) | As fast as 19 sec |
| Duplex printing | Manual (driver support provided) |
| Duty cycle (monthly, letter) | Up to 1000 pages up to 1000 pages |
| Duty cycle (monthly, A4) | Up to 1000 pages |
| Recommended monthly page volume | 100 to 300 |
| Print quality black (best) | Up to 1200X 1200 rendered dpi (when Printing from a computer) |
| Print quality color (best) | Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color (when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and 1200 input dpi) |
| Print languages | HP PCL 3 GUI; HP PCLm (HP Apps/UPD); URF (AirPrint) |
| Print technology | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Connectivity, standard | 1 WiFi 802.11b/g/n; 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device) |
| Mobile printing capability | Apple AirPrint™; Chrome OS; Mopria-certified; HP app 2 |
| Network capabilities | Yes, built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz single-band only, with Bluetooth® 4.2 |
| Wireless capability | Yes, built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz single-band only |
| Wireless technologies | 802.11b/g/n |
| Minimum System Requirements for Macintosh | macOS V10.14 Mojave, macOS 10.15 Catalina, macOS 11 Big Sur, macOS 12 Monterey, macOS 13 Ventura; 2 GB HD; Internet required |
| Minimum System Requirements | Windows 10, 11, 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, Internet connection, Internet Explorer. |
| Digital sending standard features. | No |
| Display | LCD ICON Display |
| Processor speed | 1.0 GHz |
| Maximum Memory | 64 MB DDR1; 24 MB Flash
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| Memory | 64 MB DDR1 |
| Internal Storage | No |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 11; Windows 10; macOS 10.14 Mojave; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; Chrome OS; macOS 14 Sonoma (Windows 11; Windows 10; macOS 10.14 Mojave; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; Chrome OS; macOS 14 Sonoma; Android 7.0 and above; iOS; Linux (support varies depending on the distro) |
| Paper handling input, standard | 60-sheet input tray |
| Paper handling output, standard | 25-sheet output tray |
| Paper handling input, optional | Not Applicable |
| Paper handling output, optional | Not Applicable |
| Finished output handling | Sheetfed |
| Media types | Plain paper, photo paper, brochure paper, envelopes, and other specialty inkjet papers |
| Media sizes supported | A4; B5; A6; DL envelope |
| Media sizes, custom | 76 x 127 to 215 x 355 mm |
| Borderless printing | No |
| Media weight recommended | 75 g/m² |
| Scanner type | Flatbed, ADF |
| Scan file format | JPEG, TIFF, PDF, BMP, PNG |
| Scan resolution, optical | Up to 1200 dpi |
| Scan resolution, hardware | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Scan size (ADF), maximum | 215.9 x 355.6 mm |
| Scan size, maximum | 216 x 297 mm |
| Scan speed (normal, A4) | Up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, b&w); up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, color) |
| Scan speed duplex (normal, A4) | No |
| Scan speed duplex (normal, letter) | No |
| Scan speed (normal, letter) | Up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, b&w); up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, color) |
| Automatic document feeder capacity | Standard, 35 sheets |
| Scan technology | Contact Image Sensor (CIS) |
| Copy Speed Black (maximum, A4) | Speed specifications have been updated to reflect current industry testing methods. |
| Copy speed black (ISO) | Up to 6 CPM |
| Copy speed color (ISO) | Up to 3 CPM |
| Copy resolution (black text) | Up to 300 x 300 dpi |
| Copy resolution (color text and graphics) | Up to 300 x 300 dpi |
| Copy resolution (black graphics) | Up to 300 x 300 dpi |
| Copies, maximum | Up to 9 copies |
| Copy reduce/enlarge settings | Via HP app |
| Power consumption | 2.8 W (ready), 1.53 W (sleep), 0.3 W (auto-off), 0.3 W (off). 3 (Power requirements and consumption are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty.) |
| Power | Input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 350 mA. India input voltage: 200 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 350 mA. |
| Operating humidity range | 15 to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Recommended operating humidity range | 20 to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Non-Operating Humidity Range | 5 to 90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Operating temperature range (Celsius) | 5 to 40°C |
| Operating temperature range (Fahrenheit) | 41 to 104°F |
| Ecolabels | IT ECO Declaration |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1:2005 +A1:2009 +A2:2013, IEC 62368-1:2014, IEC 62368-1:2018, EN IEC 62368-1:2020 +A11:2020, EN 62311:2008, EN 50663:2017, EN 50665:2017 |
| Minimum dimensions (W x D x H) | 428 x 332 x 200 mm 4 (Dimensions vary as per configuration) |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 428 x 579 x 261 mm (Output Extension Fully Out) 4 (Dimensions vary as per configuration) |
| Weight | 4.82 kg (Weight varies as per configuration) |
| Product Color | White |
| What’s in the box | HP DeskJet 4220e All-in-One Printer; HP 67 Setup Black Cartridge; HP 67 Setup Tri-Color Cartridge; Regulatory flyer; Setup guide; Reference Guide; Power cord 5 |
| Number of print cartridges | 2 (1 each black, tri-color) |
| Replacement cartridges | HP 67 Black Original Ink Cartridge (~120 pages yield) 3YM56AA; HP 67XL Black High Yield Original Ink Cartridge (~240 pages yield) 3YM57AA; HP 67 Tri-Color Original Ink Cartridge (~100 pages yield) 3YM55AA; HP 67XL Tri-Color High-Yield Original Ink Cartridge (~200 pages yield) 3YM58AA. Actual yield varies considerably based on the content of printed pages and other factors. For details, see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies 6 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | A one-year limited hardware warranty can be extended to two years with acceptance of the HP+ Offer. For more info, please visit us at http://support.hp.com. Full terms and conditions, visit www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. Warranty and support options vary by product, country, and local legal requirements |
About the Inkjet All-in-One (AIO) printers:
What is an Inkjet AIO printer?
An Inkjet All-in-One (AIO) printer is a multifunctional device that uses inkjet technology to print, scan, copy, and fax documents and photos. These printers are designed to provide decent printing and copying capabilities at an affordable price.
Key features of Inkjet AIO printers:
Printing technology: Inkjet AIO printers use a print head that sprays tiny droplets of ink onto the paper to produce images and text. They are commonly used for printing photos, documents, and other materials.
Print quality: Inkjet AIO printers typically produce moderate-quality prints with resolutions ranging from 300 to 9600 dpi (dots per inch).
Ink cartridges: Inkjet AIO printers use separate ink cartridges for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, or one multi-color cartridge and one black), which can be replaced.
Paper handling: Inkjet AIO printers often have a paper tray that can hold various paper sizes and types, including plain, photo, and glossy paper.
Scanning and copying: Inkjet AIO printers usually have a built-in scanner and copier unit to scan and copy documents and photos at various sizes and resolutions.
Connectivity options: Inkjet AIO printers often offer various connectivity options, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, and wireless printing.
Benefits of Inkjet AIO printers:
Affordability: Inkjet AIO printers are generally less expensive than laser printers, making them a viable (!?) option for home offices or small businesses.
Photo printing: Inkjet AIO printers are well-suited for printing photos and other graphics due to their modest print resolution and color accuracy.
Compact design: Inkjet AIO printers are often compact and space-efficient, making them easy to place on a desk or in a small office.
Common applications:
1. Home offices
2. Small businesses (non-demanding projects)
3. Students
4. Casual users who need to print occasional documents and photos
Overall, Inkjet AIO printers are designed to provide a convenient, affordable, and viable printing solution for various applications, at least on paper. Inkjet printers are usually a money pit “manipulated” by the printing industry. You can consider it something like the latest (until PS5) gaming consoles. Sell cheap to enter every home and make money from the expendables, the inks. They are usually offered with limitations like only genuine inks, etc., and their cost is much higher than the printer itself. InkJets’ inks are considered one of the most expensive liquids, and for a good reason. The industry knows it and takes advantage of it. The review sample (HP DeskJet 4220e) is a perfect example of these practices. But more information about the product is below.
The review sample is not sponsored.
