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Epson Expression Photo XP-980 reviews
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Manufacturer codeC11CL95401
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About the Epson Expression Photo XP-980
Epson C11CL95401 is listed in the multifunction printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Inkjet; colour printing: Yes; duplex printing: Yes; wi-fi: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code C11CL95401. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Inkjet. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
- Print technology
- Inkjet
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 5760 x 1440 DPI
- Duplex printing
- Yes
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 28 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A3
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Epson Expression Photo XP-980 specifications
Manufacturer code: C11CL95401 · Icecat product 143365926 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 5760 x 1440 DPI |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 28 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A3 |
| Scanning | Colour scanning |
| Copying | Colour copying |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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Display5 details
| Built-in display | Yes |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
| Screen size | 10.9 cm (4.29") |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Colour display | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Printing, scanning & paper33 details
| Duplex printing mode | Auto |
|---|---|
| Printing | Colour printing |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 28 ppm |
| Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) black | 8.5 ppm |
| Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) colour | 8 ppm |
| Borderless printing | Yes |
| DVD/CD printing | Yes |
| Duplex copying | Yes |
| Optical scanning resolution | 1200 x 4800 DPI |
| Scan technology | CIS |
| Scan to | Cloud |
| Minimum scan size | 216 mm x 297 mm |
| Duplex functions | |
| Number of print cartridges | 6 |
| Printing colours | Photo black, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan |
| Total number of input trays | 3 |
| Paper input type | Paper tray |
| Paper tray media types | Envelopes |
| Multi-purpose tray media types | Envelopes, Glossy paper, Legal, Letter, Plain paper |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Legal, Letter |
| Photo paper sizes | 10x15,13x18 cm |
| Paper tray media weight | 64 - 300 g/m² |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Mobile printing technologies | Apple AirPrint, Epson Smart Panel, Epson Connect, Epson Email Print, Epson Scan to Cloud, Mopria Print Service |
| Power consumption (copying) | 17 W |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
| Colour printing technology | ClariaTM Photo HD Ink |
| Print head | Epson Micro PiezoTM print head |
| Ink drop | 1.5 pl, With Variable-Sized Droplet Technology |
| Maximum input capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets |
| Print head nozzles | 180 Nozzles Black, 180 Nozzles per Color |
| Maximum scan size | 216 x 297 mm |
| Print speed | 28 pages/min Monochrome (plain paper 75 g/m²), 28 pages/min Colour (plain paper 75 g/m²) |
Connections & wireless2 details
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Interface | USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct, Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac(Wi-Fi 5)/k/v/r, USB host |
Power & battery3 details
| Power consumption (sleep) | 1.2 W |
|---|---|
| AC input voltage | 220 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Control type | Touch |
|---|
Design & dimensions5 details
| Product colour | Black |
|---|---|
| Width | 479 mm |
| Depth | 356 mm |
| Height | 148 mm |
| Weight | 8.5 kg |
Software & compatibility4 details
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Compatible operating systems | Mac OS X 10.9.5 or later, Windows 10 (32/64 bit), Windows 11, Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Windows 8 (32/64 bit), Windows Server 2008 (32/64bit), Windows Server 2025 |
| Software CD | Yes |
Further product details11 details
| Total input capacity | 100 sheets |
|---|---|
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A3, A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| Envelopes sizes | 10, C6, DL |
| Security algorithms | 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA3-SAE |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Power cord included | Yes |
| User guide | Yes |
| Box contents | Individual Ink Cartridges, Main unit, Power cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty document |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| All-in-one functions | Copy, Print |
Packaging & supplied accessories11 details
| Country of origin | Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Package width | 460 mm |
| Package depth | 580 mm |
| Package height | 240 mm |
| Package weight | 10.3 kg |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Products per pallet layer | 2 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 16 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet layer (UK) | 4 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (UK) | 32 pc(s) |
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What is the listed print technology for Epson Expression Photo XP-980?
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What is the listed colour printing for Epson Expression Photo XP-980?
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Is Wi-Fi printing less secure?
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