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HP Photosmart C5380 reviews
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Manufacturer codeQ8291B
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About the HP Photosmart C5380
HP Q8291B is listed in the multifunction printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Thermal inkjet; colour printing: Yes; duplex printing: No; wi-fi: No. This entry covers manufacturer code Q8291B. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Thermal 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
- Thermal inkjet
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 9600 x 2400 DPI
- Duplex printing
- No
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 13 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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HP Photosmart C5380 specifications
Manufacturer code: Q8291B · Icecat product 1794559 · Checked 19 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Thermal inkjet |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 9600 x 2400 DPI |
| Duplex printing | No |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 13 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Scanning | Colour scanning |
| Copying | Colour copying |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
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Display2 details
| Built-in display | Yes |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
Processor, memory & storage3 details
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
|---|---|
| Memory (RAM) | 64 MB |
| Compatible memory cards | CF, MS Duo, Memory Stick (MS), SD, SDHC, xD |
Printing, scanning & paper13 details
| Printing | Colour printing |
|---|---|
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 6 ppm |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 31 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 30 ppm |
| Maximum copy resolution | 9600 x 2400 DPI |
| Copy speed (black, draft, A4) | 31 cpm |
| Copy speed (colour, draft, A4) | 30 cpm |
| Optical scanning resolution | 4800 x 4800 DPI |
| Scanner type | Flatbed scanner |
| Faxing | No |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Paper tray media types | Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper |
| Borderless printing media sizes | A4 |
Connections & wireless2 details
| Standard interfaces | USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
Power & battery6 details
| Power consumption (max) | 42 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (average operating) | 24 W |
| Power consumption (sleep) | 4.9 W |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.5 W |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Design & dimensions5 details
| Product colour | Grey, White |
|---|---|
| Width | 452 mm |
| Depth | 406 mm |
| Height | 207 mm |
| Weight | 7.5 kg |
Software & compatibility2 details
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows Vista, Windows XP |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard |
Further product details8 details
| Maximum duty cycle | 2500 pages per month |
|---|---|
| Digital sender | No |
| Page description languages | PCL 3 |
| Total input capacity | 125 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5, B6, B7 |
| ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9) | C5, C6 |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
Packaging & supplied accessories4 details
| Package width | 500 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 283 mm |
| Package height | 469 mm |
| Package weight | 9.5 kg |
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What is the listed print technology for HP Photosmart C5380?
The source specification records print technology as Thermal inkjet. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed colour printing for HP Photosmart C5380?
The source specification records colour printing as Yes. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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Are cartridge yields guaranteed?
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Is Wi-Fi printing less secure?
It can be safe when the printer and network are kept updated and secured. Use manufacturer setup guidance and protect the network.
Does a scanner mean it has an automatic document feeder?
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