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Xerox AltaLink C8155 vs VersaLink C405: Which One Fits Your Hong Kong Office?
The Xerox AltaLink C8155 and Xerox VersaLink C405 are both colour multifunction printers sold and serviced by LSHK in Hong Kong, but they target very different office profiles. This side-by-side comparison covers print speed, monthly duty cycle, finishing options, security features, and total cost of ownership so a Hong Kong B2B IT decision-maker can pick the right machine in under 5 minutes.
One-line Verdict
Buy the AltaLink C8155 if your office has 30+ staff and prints 8,000+ pages per month. Buy the VersaLink C405 if your office has 5–25 staff and prints under 4,000 pages per month. The C8155 is built for high-volume, multi-user environments with enterprise-grade security; the C405 is built for small teams that need a reliable colour MFP without the enterprise price tag.
Side-by-Side Specifications
| Specification | Xerox AltaLink C8155 | Xerox VersaLink C405 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | A3 colour multifunction printer | A4 colour multifunction printer |
| Print speed (A4 colour/mono) | 55 ppm / 55 ppm | 35 ppm / 35 ppm |
| Print speed (A3 colour/mono) | 27 ppm / 27 ppm | Not supported (A4 only) |
| Monthly duty cycle (max) | Up to 300,000 pages | Up to 80,000 pages |
| Recommended monthly volume | 10,000 – 80,000 pages | 2,000 – 8,000 pages |
| Paper size | A6 to A3 (custom up to 320 × 483 mm) | A6 to A4 (custom up to 216 × 356 mm) |
| Standard paper capacity | 2,180 sheets (4 trays + bypass) | 700 sheets (2 trays + bypass) |
| Max paper capacity | 5,140 sheets (with optional High Capacity Feeder) | 1,250 sheets (with optional tray) |
| Document feeder | 130-sheet DADF (single-pass duplex) | 50-sheet RADF (reversing duplex) |
| Finishing options | Stapling, hole-punch, booklet-maker, tri-fold, Z-fold, C-fold | Stapling only (optional finisher) |
| First-page-out time | 4.0 seconds colour / 3.4 seconds mono | 9.0 seconds colour / 8.0 seconds mono |
| Print resolution | 1,200 × 2,400 dpi | 600 × 600 × 8 dpi enhanced |
| Processor / Memory | 1.2 GHz quad-core / 4 GB RAM + 320 GB HDD | 1.05 GHz dual-core / 2 GB RAM |
| Connectivity | Ethernet 10/100/1000, optional Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth, USB 3.0 | Ethernet 10/100/1000, optional Wi-Fi, USB 3.0 |
| Mobile print | Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Xerox Print Service, Xerox Workplace App | Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Xerox Print Service, Xerox Workplace App |
| Security | Hard disk encryption, secure print, IPsec, SNMPv3, TLS 1.3, SIEM integration, Common Criteria EAL3+ (under evaluation), firmware verification | Secure print, IPsec, SNMPv3, TLS 1.2, optional hard disk encryption |
| User authentication | PIN, card reader (RFID/HID), LDAP, Kerberos, single sign-on (SAML 2.0) | PIN, card reader (optional), LDAP |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 620 × 787 × 1,130 mm | 432 × 540 × 599 mm |
| Weight | ~160 kg | ~33 kg |
| Power consumption (operating) | ~1,100 W (printing), ~70 W (ready), < 1 W (sleep) | ~750 W (printing), ~60 W (ready), < 4 W (sleep) |
| Warranty | On-site, next-business-day (1 year standard; extendable) | On-site, next-business-day (1 year standard; extendable) |
Which Machine Fits Your Office?
Choose AltaLink C8155 if:
- Your office has 30–200+ staff sharing one main MFP
- You print, copy, and scan A3 documents (legal-size spreadsheets, marketing proofs, accounting reports)
- Your monthly volume is consistently above 8,000 pages (with peaks above 30,000)
- You need finishing — stapling, hole-punch, or booklet-making — for client-facing documents
- Your industry is regulated (financial services, legal, healthcare) and requires hard-disk encryption, secure print release, and audit logging
- You run multi-floor offices and need a single device that handles 5+ departments
Choose VersaLink C405 if:
- Your office has 5–25 staff with shared printing needs
- You only print A4 documents (letters, contracts, invoices, reports)
- Your monthly volume is consistently under 4,000 pages
- You do not need A3, booklet-making, or hole-punching
- Your priority is fast colour output in a compact form factor that fits in a small print room or open office
- You want a lower monthly rental and a faster time-to-first-page for ad-hoc printing
Total Cost of Ownership: 36-Month Comparison
The table below shows a typical 36-month LSHK rental plan for each machine, including all toner, parts, labour, 4-hour initial response, and next-business-day on-site engineering. Numbers are illustrative; actual pricing depends on volume, contract length, and finishing configuration. All figures are in HKD.
| Cost element | AltaLink C8155 (mid-volume office) | VersaLink C405 (small office) |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee (36-mo term) | HK$3,500 – HK$6,500 | HK$599 – HK$1,500 |
| Total over 36 months | HK$126,000 – HK$234,000 | HK$21,564 – HK$54,000 |
| Per-page overage (mono) | HK$0.18 – HK$0.25 | HK$0.25 – HK$0.35 |
| Per-page overage (colour) | HK$0.70 – HK$0.95 | HK$0.90 – HK$1.30 |
| Included mono pages/month | 8,000 – 15,000 | 2,000 – 4,000 |
| Included colour pages/month | 2,000 – 5,000 | 500 – 1,500 |
| Setup fee (one-time) | HK$1,200 – HK$1,800 | HK$800 – HK$1,200 |
| Refundable deposit (if applicable) | HK$3,000 – HK$6,000 | HK$0 – HK$2,000 |
| End-of-term removal | Free (included) | Free (included) |
Threshold rule: If your office prints under 5,000 pages per month, the VersaLink C405 delivers lower TCO. If you print over 8,000 pages per month, the AltaLink C8155 wins on per-page economics despite the higher headline monthly fee.
Security Features Comparison
Both machines support secure print release, IPsec, and TLS-encrypted communication. The AltaLink C8155 adds features that matter for regulated industries and multi-tenant offices:
- Hard disk encryption (AES-256): Standard on C8155; optional on C405
- SIEM integration: C8155 can stream security event logs to Splunk, IBM QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel in real time
- Single sign-on (SAML 2.0): C8155 supports enterprise SSO; C405 requires LDAP username/password
- Firmware verification: C8155 cryptographically verifies firmware at boot; C405 relies on digital signature only
- Common Criteria certification: C8155 is undergoing EAL3+ evaluation; C405 is not
For an office handling client confidential data (legal, financial, medical), the C8155 security stack meaningfully reduces the risk of a print-related data breach.
Physical Footprint and Office Fit
The VersaLink C405 at 33 kg and 432 × 540 × 599 mm fits comfortably in a small print room or open-office corner. The AltaLink C8155 at 160 kg and 620 × 787 × 1,130 mm requires a dedicated print room with reinforced flooring and proper ventilation. Plan for 1.0–1.5 m clearance on all sides for paper tray access and technician service.
Genuine Consumables
Both machines use genuine Xerox toner cartridges sourced directly from Xerox. LSHK’s standard rental plan includes all toner, drums, and parts; you do not need to stock consumables. Compatible or remanufactured toner is not part of the LSHK supply chain.
Decision Tree (One-Minute Summary)
- Do you need A3 printing? → Yes: AltaLink C8155. → No: continue.
- Is your office 30+ staff? → Yes: AltaLink C8155. → No: continue.
- Do you print 8,000+ pages per month? → Yes: AltaLink C8155. → No: continue.
- Do you need booklet-making, hole-punch, or tri-fold? → Yes: AltaLink C8155. → No: continue.
- Do you need hard-disk encryption + SIEM integration? → Yes: AltaLink C8155. → No: VersaLink C405.
Next Steps
To request a 30-minute side-by-side consultation with printed sample output from both machines, contact LSHK at:
- WhatsApp: +852 2180 2508
- Email: hello@lexmark-hk.com
- Office: Unit D, 8/F, Skyline Tower, 18 Tong Mi Road, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
LSHK delivers both machines across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories with a 4-hour initial response and next-business-day on-site engineering guarantee.
Last updated: 14 October 2026 · Source: LSHK (Lexmark Solutions Hong Kong Limited), Xerox Authorised Solutions Partner (BR 77448116).