{"id":2422,"date":"2026-06-19T11:56:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T01:56:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/?p=2422"},"modified":"2026-06-19T11:56:14","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T01:56:14","slug":"lexmark-printer-models-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/lexmark-printer-models-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Lexmark Printer Models Explained: Which Is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-2423\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/PR_CX331adwe_Left_ENV_printer-with-extra-trays-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/PR_CX331adwe_Left_ENV_printer-with-extra-trays-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/PR_CX331adwe_Left_ENV_printer-with-extra-trays-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/PR_CX331adwe_Left_ENV_printer-with-extra-trays-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/PR_CX331adwe_Left_ENV_printer-with-extra-trays.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Lexmark Printer Models Explained: How to Choose the Right Type for Your Business<\/h2>\n<p>Need a reliable printer that handles your workload without constant maintenance and has low running costs? Despite the technical model names, Lexmark printer models may be just what you&#8217;re looking for.<\/p>\n<p>MS431DW, CX431ADW, MX632ADWE are just some of the types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/printers\/lexmark\">Lexmark printers<\/a> on offer, and you&#8217;d be forgiven if you were confused by the alphanumeric naming system. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is they&#8217;re actually logical \u2014 we promise. In this guide, we unpack what the letters and numbers mean, plus explain Lexmark mono laser printers (MS and MX) and colour laser printers (CX and XC). We will touch on key buying considerations like single-function vs multifunction, ink vs toner and print volume.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll help you work out which model suits your home office or small business needs before you add anything to your cart. By the end, choosing the right Lexmark printer should feel a lot more straightforward.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Quick Answer: Which Lexmark Printer Should You Buy?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Need mono printing only? Go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms331dn-38ppm-a4-mono-laser-printer-29s0034-p-28609.html?variant=16189&amp;queryID=f9325f4966fed763da42418fdb476531&amp;objectID=16189\">MS331DN<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms431dw-wireless-a4-mono-laser-printer-42ppm-fast-printing-speed-29s0134-p-31975.html?variant=20118&amp;queryID=8679cf6dcd5c9bb851df1efbe59968d6&amp;objectID=20118\">MS431DW<\/a><br \/>\n\u25cf Need mono print + scan\/copy\/fax? Go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx431adw-wireless-a4-mono-multifunction-laser-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-23405.html?variant=22024&amp;queryID=15971028f63e40b1b92f838e02802b26&amp;objectID=22024\">MX431ADW<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx632adwe-wireless-a4-mono-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-28569.html?queryID=a88eb0b271b987977f070804ca72f790&amp;objectID=28569\">MX632ADWE<\/a><br \/>\n\u25cf Need colour all-in-one? Go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-cx431adw-wireless-a4-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-copy-scan-fax-p-29577.html?variant=22022&amp;queryID=76e50cae4645b7c09efad06bf7e5f3a1&amp;objectID=22022\">CX431ADW<\/a><br \/>\n\u25cf Need A3 enterprise colour? Go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-xc9525-bsd-25ppm-a3-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-550sheet-tray-20l8800-p-30647.html\">XC9525<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Browse the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/printers\/lexmark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">full Lexmark range<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">now at Ink Station.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How Lexmark Names Its Printers (and What the Letters Actually Mean)<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So let\u2019s decode the system. The Lexmark printer models are categorised by a single letter or combined letters. The single letter will comprise an M for Monochrome (black and white), C for Colour, or S for Single-function only (print-only). These single-letter codes do what they say on the tin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combined letters in the range include MS (mono single-function), MX (mono multifunction) or CX (colour multifunction). It\u2019s helpful to understand here that the X signals the extra functionality such as scanning, copying and\/or faxing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To give you an overview of what each option might be best for, we have broken it down in the table below: <\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Code<\/th>\n<th>Meaning<\/th>\n<th>Best For<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>M<\/td>\n<td>Monochrome (black and white)<\/td>\n<td>High-volume everyday printing where speed and cost matter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<td>Colour<\/td>\n<td>Printing graphics, photos, or colour-coded data<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>Single-function (print-only)<\/td>\n<td>Dedicated print stations or users who only need to print<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>MS<\/td>\n<td>Mono single-function (print-only)<\/td>\n<td>Dedicated print stations or users who only need to print<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>MX<\/td>\n<td>Mono multifunction<\/td>\n<td>Users who need everyday printing, but also want scan, copy, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CX<\/td>\n<td>Colour multifunction<\/td>\n<td>Moderate-volume colour printing plus scan, copy and fax<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>XC<\/td>\n<td>Colour multifunction (enterprise-tier)<\/td>\n<td>Demanding office <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">environments with\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high-volume colour\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">printing plus scan, copy, fax.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s worth mentioning here that Lexmark printer models also have letters and numbers at the end, such as A, D, W, SE, ADHE. The full breakdown isn\u2019t essential; just know the suffixes indicate further functionality such as wireless connectivity (W). Once you understand the starting letters, any model number tells you exactly what type of Lexmark printer it is without having to delve deep into spec sheets or production descriptions. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Lexmark Mono Laser Printers: The MS and MX Series<\/h2>\n<h3>MS Series \u2014 Print-Only Mono Laser<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If black and white printing is all you need, then one of the Lexmark mono laser printers will have you covered. These devices offer a single function of printing only in monochrome, so their price point is lower. Their high-yield toner is a cost-per-page advantage over inkjet, and they are simple yet robust. Examples include the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms431dw-wireless-a4-mono-laser-printer-42ppm-fast-printing-speed-29s0134-p-31975.html?variant=20118&amp;queryID=1d36877402479160efa8453e77889c51&amp;objectID=20118\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS431DW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(wireless, 42ppm, &#8220;Fast, Reliable, Efficient Printing&#8221;). Also, the compact <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms331dn-38ppm-a4-mono-laser-printer-29s0034-p-28609.html?variant=16189&amp;queryID=bfa94412cd62111fec9ccf683593f0ff&amp;objectID=16189\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS331DN<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(wired, compact, &#8220;Compact Powerhouse: Big Performance, Small Footprint&#8221;), which is especially handy if you have limited desk space. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>MX Series \u2014 Mono Laser Multifunction<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need a copier, scan regularly or want to consolidate devices, the mono laser multifunctional printer may be your best bet. This option also only prints in standard black and white, but has the extra functionality that some businesses require. Examples of these printers include the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx431adw-wireless-a4-mono-multifunction-laser-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-23405.html?variant=22024&amp;queryID=036cd6f2a66e3a67cf7b2ebaf0e986c3&amp;objectID=22024\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX431ADW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(All-in-one multifunction versatility, &#8220;The Office Workflow Hero&#8221;), or the secure<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx632adwe-wireless-a4-mono-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-28569.html?queryID=7bdfca1f5558b9aa8234906fab58849b&amp;objectID=28569\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX632ADWE<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(&#8220;Fast, Secure, Ready to Perform and Eco-Friendly Functionality&#8221;). This particular printer\u2019s secure print features suit offices handling sensitive documents or operating in a managed IT environment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum it all up, if you\u2019re an Australian business owner or user who only needs to print black and white, then MS is sufficient. These printers are often compact, fast and low-maintenance. If your office scans, copies, or faxes regularly, MX covers all of that with the same sharp mono output. You can view the entire range of Lexmark mono laser printers<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/search?keywords=Lexmark%20mono%20laser%20printers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Lexmark Colour Laser Printers: The CX and XC Series<\/h2>\n<h3>CX Series \u2014 A4 Colour Laser Multifunction<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small businesses that regularly produce colour documents, such as proposals, presentations, and client reports, will need a colour laser printer. The Lexmark CX series offers an all-in-one A4 printer, copier, scanner and fax. It\u2019s worth noting here that a colour laser printer is not the same as an inkjet printer (read more about ink vs toner in our <\/span><a href=\"#F-A-Q\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Check out the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-cx431adw-wireless-a4-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-copy-scan-fax-p-29577.html?variant=22022&amp;queryID=4b649ca0a22f79eba8ac792c5afd7d29&amp;objectID=22022\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CX431ADW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(&#8220;Blazing Speed, Brilliant Colour&#8221;, wireless, all-in-one.). <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>XC Series \u2014 A3 Enterprise Colour Multifunction<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For larger offices, print rooms or businesses needing A3 output or high monthly print volumes, the XC series fits the bill. Take a look at the enterprise-tired<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-xc9525-bsd-25ppm-a3-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-550sheet-tray-20l8800-p-30647.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XC9525<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(&#8220;The Office Hero with the Lowest Running Costs&#8221;, A3 colour prints, budget-friendly efficiency). Contact Ink Station directly to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-xc9525-bsd-25ppm-a3-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-550sheet-tray-20l8800-p-30647.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">request a quote<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How to Choose the Right Lexmark Printer for Your Business<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This simple checklist below will help you whittle down the printer range and identify exactly what you need. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>1. Do You Need Mono or Colour?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mono is cheaper to maintain for invoices, reports, and internal documents. Eg. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms431dw-wireless-a4-mono-laser-printer-42ppm-fast-printing-speed-29s0134-p-31975.html?variant=20118&amp;queryID=644f8a8de944094dd05607f3a7ed80cc&amp;objectID=20118\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS431DW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms331dn-38ppm-a4-mono-laser-printer-29s0034-p-28609.html?variant=16189&amp;queryID=4d830bc4b42eb0b03c45ef253bf38eb7&amp;objectID=16189\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS331DN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Colour is best for client-facing or branded materials. Eg. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-cx431adw-wireless-a4-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-copy-scan-fax-p-29577.html?variant=22022&amp;queryID=78e4d1e22e69a71d3881b36ff7cfe0f3&amp;objectID=22022\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CX431ADW<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>2. Do You Need Print-Only or Multifunction?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose S or MS for the single function of print-only. The MX &amp; CX series if you need to scan or copy. Eg. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx431adw-wireless-a4-mono-multifunction-laser-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-23405.html?variant=22024&amp;queryID=e7c204c6508b198dc3fc55847ddb9d0f&amp;objectID=22024\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX431ADW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for most small offices, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx632adwe-wireless-a4-mono-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-28569.html?queryID=987208506ff66b9122474ffb4bea0699&amp;objectID=28569\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX632ADWE<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for busier workgroups with security requirements. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-cx431adw-wireless-a4-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-copy-scan-fax-p-29577.html?variant=22022&amp;queryID=78e4d1e22e69a71d3881b36ff7cfe0f3&amp;objectID=22022\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CX431ADW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for creative and branding documents. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>3. What Is Your Monthly Print Volume?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light usage is 500 &#8211; 5,000 pages per month. Try the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms331dn-38ppm-a4-mono-laser-printer-29s0034-p-28609.html?variant=16189&amp;queryID=4d830bc4b42eb0b03c45ef253bf38eb7&amp;objectID=16189\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS331DN<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-cx431adw-wireless-a4-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-copy-scan-fax-p-29577.html?variant=22022&amp;queryID=78e4d1e22e69a71d3881b36ff7cfe0f3&amp;objectID=22022\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CX431ADW<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium usage is 800\u20138,000 pages. Try the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx431adw-wireless-a4-mono-multifunction-laser-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-23405.html?variant=22024&amp;queryID=e7c204c6508b198dc3fc55847ddb9d0f&amp;objectID=22024\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX431ADW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms431dw-wireless-a4-mono-laser-printer-42ppm-fast-printing-speed-29s0134-p-31975.html?variant=20118&amp;queryID=644f8a8de944094dd05607f3a7ed80cc&amp;objectID=20118\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS431DW<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> High volume usage is 2,000 &#8211; 20,000 A4 printing: Try the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx632adwe-wireless-a4-mono-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-28569.html?queryID=f36ca175ffb2d5892362590f3148f153&amp;objectID=28569\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX632ADWE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Business graded volume usage is 4,000 &#8211; 20,000 A3 printing: Try<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-xc9525-bsd-25ppm-a3-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-550sheet-tray-20l8800-p-30647.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XC9525<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>4. What Connectivity Do You Require?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/printers\/lexmark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lexmark<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">models are both wired and wireless.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>5. How Much Desk Space Do You Have?<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms331dn-38ppm-a4-mono-laser-printer-29s0034-p-28609.html?variant=16189&amp;queryID=4d830bc4b42eb0b03c45ef253bf38eb7&amp;objectID=16189\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS331DN<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is the most compact. The<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx632adwe-wireless-a4-mono-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-28569.html?queryID=f36ca175ffb2d5892362590f3148f153&amp;objectID=28569\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX632ADWE<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-xc9525-bsd-25ppm-a3-colour-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-550sheet-tray-20l8800-p-30647.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XC9525<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are larger workgroup devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipped with this knowledge, browsing the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/printers\/lexmark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lexmark printer models at Ink<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Station<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should be a much more straightforward experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3>What Is the Difference Between Lexmark MS and MX Printers?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both the MS and MX are mono (black and white) laser printers. MS models offer the single function of printing only. MX models are multifunctional as they print, copy, scan, and typically fax. The<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms431dw-wireless-a4-mono-laser-printer-42ppm-fast-printing-speed-29s0134-p-31975.html?variant=20118&amp;queryID=3711d336b2e4b87ecaa0bfa050191ffe&amp;objectID=20118\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS431DW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-ms331dn-38ppm-a4-mono-laser-printer-29s0034-p-28609.html?variant=16189&amp;queryID=4d830bc4b42eb0b03c45ef253bf38eb7&amp;objectID=16189\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MS331DN<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are print-only. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx431adw-wireless-a4-mono-multifunction-laser-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-23405.html?variant=22024&amp;queryID=0c132784df2e4879078db7ad4fe5d453&amp;objectID=22024\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX431ADW<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/2482\/lexmark-mx632adwe-wireless-a4-mono-laser-multifunction-printer-print-scan-copy-fax-p-28569.html?queryID=1345c2c5c73535912464dab94cfb8279&amp;objectID=28569\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MX632ADWE<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">add copying, scanning, and faxing in one device. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Are Lexmark Printers Good for Small Business?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Lexmark&#8217;s MS, MX, and CX series are all designed for small businesses and office environments. They output prints at a fast speed, include a high-yield toner and offer reliable performance under daily use. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkstation.com.au\/printers\/laser\/lexmark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lexmark printer models<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are a strong choice for mono laser printing where low cost per page and minimal maintenance matter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"F-A-Q\">Do Lexmark Printers Use Ink or Toner?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lexmark&#8217;s current range uses toner cartridges, not liquid ink. Toner is a dry powder used in laser printers that produces sharper text, smudge-proof output and a lower cost per page than inkjet. Inkjet might edge ahead with photo quality but comes with higher running costs and slower speeds. For office use, laser printing (toner) is the practical choice. 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