The Brother DCP-L2640DW is a black-and-white laser multifunction printer (print, scan, copy) rated at up to 34 pages per minute on A4, with automatic two-sided printing, a 50-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF), dual-band Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB. It suits home offices, small shops, tuition centres and small businesses that print a lot of text and want fast, low-fuss output. It is not for anyone who needs colour prints or photos.
In short: if your printing is mostly invoices, forms, notes and reports, the DCP-L2640DW covers the jobs that slow cheaper printers down, such as multi-page scanning, double-sided printing and sharing the Brother DCP-L2640DW across a small network. The trade-offs are monochrome-only output, toner and drum costs you should check in advance, and a bulky 11.4 kg body.
This review is based on Brother India’s official product page and the Amazon.in listing data, both checked on 17 October 2026. We have not tested the Brother DCP-L2640DW ourselves, so there are no measured print speeds or print samples here.
Brother DCP-L2640DW at a glance
| Feature | What Brother India lists |
|---|---|
| Type | Mono laser multifunction: print, scan, copy |
| Print speed | Up to 34 ppm (A4), 36 ppm (Letter) |
| Auto duplex printing | Yes, A4 and Letter on plain, thin and recycled paper |
| Print resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| ADF | Up to 50 sheets (80 gsm) |
| Paper tray | 250 sheets (80 gsm) plus 1-sheet manual feed slot (60-230 gsm) |
| Output tray | 120 sheets face-down, 1 sheet face-up |
| Scan resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (glass), 600 x 600 dpi (ADF) |
| Copy | Up to 600 x 600 dpi, 25% to 400% zoom |
| Memory | 256 MB |
| Display | 2-line, 16-character LCD |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n dual band, plus Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wired | Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi security | WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA3-SAE, WPS |
| In-box toner | Full-capacity, up to 3,000 pages (ISO/IEC 19752) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 410 x 399 x 319 mm |
| Weight | 11.4 kg |
| Power | About 43 W ready, 4.1 W sleep, 0.08 W off |
| Warranty | 1 year on-site |
Check the current price of the Brother DCP-L2640DW on Amazon.in
Quick verdict
- Best for: home offices, small businesses, shops and coaching centres that print and scan mostly text documents
- Skip if: you need colour, photo printing, or a compact printer for a small desk
- Key strengths: 34 ppm A4 rating, automatic duplex, 50-sheet ADF, 250-sheet tray, dual-band Wi-Fi plus Ethernet, full-capacity 3,000-page starter toner, 1-year on-site warranty
- Key limitations: monochrome only, official page does not list toner and drum part numbers or a duty cycle, macOS and Linux are not named in the official OS list, heavy at 11.4 kg
Why a mono laser all-in-one makes sense for document work
Laser printers fuse powdered toner onto paper with heat, so text comes out dry, sharp and smudge-resistant, and the toner does not dry out if the Brother DCP-L2640DW sits unused for a few weeks. That second point matters in Indian homes and offices where a printer may be used heavily during tax season or exams and then sit idle. Ink tank printers are excellent for colour on a budget, but a mono laser is usually the simpler tool when almost everything you print is black text.
The DCP-L2640DW’s rated speed of up to 34 pages per minute on A4 means long documents are not a waiting game, and its 250-sheet tray means you are not refilling paper every few jobs. Real-world speed depends on the document, the connection and whether duplex is on, so treat the figure as a rating, not a promise.
Duplex printing and the 50-sheet ADF
Two features separate this model from basic laser printers. The first is automatic two-sided (duplex) printing. Brother says it works with plain, thin and recycled paper in A4 and Letter sizes, and its marketing line is “double the print, half the paper”. If you print study material, contracts or reports, duplex cuts paper use and makes documents easier to file.
The second is the 50-sheet automatic document feeder on top. You can load a stack of pages and scan or copy them without lifting the lid for each sheet. Brother lists ADF scanning at up to 600 x 600 dpi and flatbed scanning at up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. Note that the official page confirms duplex printing but does not say the ADF scans both sides of a page automatically, so plan on single-sided ADF scanning unless Brother’s support documents confirm otherwise.
The Amazon.in listing also mentions a “2 in 1 (ID) Copy” button for copying both sides of an ID card onto one page. That feature is not mentioned on Brother India’s product page, so treat it as the listing’s claim and check the manual if you need it for Aadhaar or PAN card copies.
Network setup: Wi-Fi, Ethernet and mobile printing
Brother lists dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), which means the Brother DCP-L2640DW can join either a 2.4 GHz or a 5 GHz network. That is helpful in offices where the 2.4 GHz band is crowded. Wi-Fi Direct lets a phone or laptop print without a router, and a 10/100 Ethernet port gives a stable wired option for a shared office printer. USB 2.0 is there for a single computer.
For phones, Brother lists its Brother Mobile Connect app for Android and Apple devices, along with Mopria and AirPrint support. Brother also lists cloud links to OneDrive, Google Drive, SharePoint and OneNote, and BRAdmin Light and BRAdmin Pro4 management tools for Windows networks. Security support includes WPA3-SAE, which newer routers increasingly use.
One compatibility note: Brother India’s page names Windows 10, Windows 11 and Windows Server 2012 to 2022 as supported operating systems. The Amazon.in listing says Windows, Mac and Linux are supported, and Brother’s page says AirPrint works with Mac, iPhone and iPad. If you use macOS or Linux, check Brother’s support site for a driver for your exact version before you order.
Toner, drum and running costs
Brother says the Brother DCP-L2640DW ships with a full-capacity toner rated at up to 3,000 pages under the ISO/IEC 19752 test standard. That is useful, because some printers ship with a smaller starter cartridge. According to the Amazon.in listing, the compatible and in-box toner is the TN-2570XL, which has to be installed before first use. Brother India’s product page does not list the toner part number, so confirm it on the listing and in the box.
Laser printers also use a drum unit, which is replaced less often than toner. Brother India’s page does not list the drum part number or its rated life, and it also does not list a monthly duty cycle. Before buying, check the drum model and its rated life on Brother’s support pages, because the drum is part of your long-term running cost. Brother does mention a resolution-optimising feature to reduce toner use and a Quiet Mode for quieter printing.
We have not listed toner or drum prices because they change often. Work out your cost per page from the current price of a genuine toner and drum and their rated yields.
Paper handling and size
The main tray holds up to 250 sheets of 80 gsm plain paper, and a single-sheet manual feed slot takes paper from 60 to 230 gsm for envelopes, labels or thicker card. Supported types include plain, thin, thick, thicker, recycled, bond, label paper and envelopes. Supported sizes include A4, Letter, A5, A6, B5, Executive and envelope sizes such as DL, C5 and Monarch, with India Legal listed on the Amazon.in listing. The listing quotes a maximum paper thickness of 163 gsm, while Brother’s page gives 60-230 gsm for the manual feed slot, so check the manual for the tray’s limit before loading card stock.
Brother gives the dimensions as 410 x 399 x 319 mm and the weight as 11.4 kg. The Amazon.in listing gives slightly different figures (about 41 x 39.9 x 27.2 cm and 10.3 kg), so plan your shelf space using Brother’s larger numbers. Leave room above for the ADF and in front for the output tray.
Is it right for you?
Choose the Brother DCP-L2640DW if you print and scan text-heavy documents every week, want duplex and an ADF, and need the printer shared over Wi-Fi or Ethernet by several people. The full-capacity 3,000-page in-box toner and on-site warranty are practical bonuses for a small office.
Look elsewhere if you need colour at all, print photos, or only print a few pages a month and do not need scanning. A print-only laser or a colour ink tank all-in-one will fit better.
Alternatives worth comparing
- Brother HL-L2440DW: a print-only mono laser from the same range, rated at up to 30 ppm (A4) with auto duplex, dual-band Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct and a 250-sheet tray. Brother does not list Ethernet, a scanner or an ADF for it.
- Brother DCP-T820DW: a colour ink tank all-in-one rated at 17 ipm black and 16.5 ipm colour, with auto duplex, a 20-sheet ADF, Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB. Pick it if you need colour pages.
- Other colour ink tank printers: if colour matters more than speed, see our guide to the best ink tank printers for home in India.
Before you order: a quick checklist
- Exact model: the linked listing is the DCP-L2640DW in grey. Brother sells several similarly named models, so confirm the full model name on the listing.
- Box contents: the Amazon.in listing says the box includes a power cable, USB cable, installation CD and the in-box TN-2570XL toner (rated for 3,000 pages), which must be installed. There is no mention of an Ethernet cable.
- Installation: the listing title mentions free installation. Confirm with the seller or Brother support how to book it.
- Warranty: Brother India lists a 1-year on-site warranty. Keep the invoice and register the product if Brother asks you to.
- Power: Brother lists 220-240 V input. Use a stable socket of the right rating.
- Drivers: confirm drivers for your operating system, especially if you use macOS or Linux.
See the Brother DCP-L2640DW listing on Amazon.in and confirm the seller and model before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Brother DCP-L2640DW print in colour?
No. It is a monochrome laser printer, so it prints in black only. For colour you need an ink tank or colour laser model.
Does it support automatic double-sided printing?
Yes. Brother lists automatic two-sided printing for A4 and Letter on plain, thin and recycled paper.
Which toner does the DCP-L2640DW use?
According to the Amazon.in listing, it uses the TN-2570XL toner, and the printer ships with a full-capacity toner rated at up to 3,000 pages (Brother’s figure, based on ISO/IEC 19752). Brother India’s product page does not list the toner part number.
Can I print from my phone?
Yes. Brother lists the Brother Mobile Connect app for Android and Apple devices, plus Mopria and AirPrint, and Wi-Fi Direct for printing without a router.
Does the ADF scan both sides automatically?
Brother’s product page does not say so. It confirms a 50-sheet ADF and automatic duplex printing, but not duplex scanning. Check the manual if you need two-sided scanning.
Does it work with 5 GHz Wi-Fi?
Yes. Brother lists IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n and describes the Wi-Fi as dual band, so it can connect to 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz networks.
Conclusion
The Brother DCP-L2640DW is a capable, document-focused laser all-in-one: 34 ppm A4 rating, auto duplex, a 50-sheet ADF, dual-band Wi-Fi plus Ethernet, and a full-capacity 3,000-page toner in the box. Check the toner and drum costs and your OS drivers before buying, and remember it prints in black only. Check the current price of the Brother DCP-L2640DW on Amazon.in.
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Sources
- Brother India: DCP-L2640DW product and specifications page (checked 17 October 2026)
- Amazon.in listing data for ASIN B0CV3VZVRL, captured 17 October 2026
- Brother India: HL-L2440DW specifications (checked 17 October 2026)
- Brother India: DCP-T820DW specifications (checked 17 October 2026)
