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Xerox VersaLink C405 — Color laser AIO
Xerox

Xerox VersaLink C405

Color laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $999
VS
HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — Mono laser · 2020
HP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Mono laser · 2020

82
/ 100
From $359
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xerox VersaLink C405 lands at 82 and HP Neverstop Laser 1202w at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Xerox VersaLink C405 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing
  • ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)

Pick HP Neverstop Laser 1202w if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Cost

Xerox VersaLink C405

Compared on the cost sub-score

Xerox VersaLink C405 leads on cost (82 vs 80).

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w more score per dollar ($359 vs $999).

Xerox VersaLink C405 82
vs
82 HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Score breakdown

Xerox VersaLink C405
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
HP Neverstop Laser 1202w
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Xerox VersaLink C405 versus HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — full spec comparison
Spec Xerox VersaLink C405 HP Neverstop Laser 1202w
Type
Color laser AIO
Mono laser
Release year
—
2020

Xerox VersaLink C405

Pros
  • +Wireless printing
  • +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Cons
  • −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
  • −Drum/toner replacement cost
  • −Slow photo print on some inkjets

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

FAQ: Xerox VersaLink C405 vs HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Which is better, Xerox VersaLink C405 or HP Neverstop Laser 1202w? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Xerox VersaLink C405 worth the price? +

At $999, Xerox VersaLink C405 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Is HP Neverstop Laser 1202w worth the price? +

At $359, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Xerox VersaLink C405 or HP Neverstop Laser 1202w last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for cost, Xerox VersaLink C405 or HP Neverstop Laser 1202w? +

Xerox VersaLink C405 — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, Xerox VersaLink C405 or HP Neverstop Laser 1202w? +

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — more score per dollar ($359 vs $999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.