Samsung ML-6060

The high-resolution quality test was also handled well, but it refused to print the file with Samsung's PCL6 driver at the maximum 1,200dpi setting using Samsung Resolution Enhancement Technology (SRT). However, Samsung assures us that this is a driver problem that will be corrected over time. Reducing the resolution to 600dpi resolved the problem and still produced reasonable results. Overall, graphics printing is handled well, but it's not best suited to printing subtle shades and fine detail.

With SoHo lasers, economy is of equal importance to quality, and this is where the ML-6060 really shines. The only consumable is the combined toner/drum kit, which is similar to the method employed by Kyocera. The unit costs £65 and lasts for around 6,000 pages at 1.1p per page at five per cent coverage. Unbelievably, this comes down to around 0.8p per page using Toner Save, a feature that works best when printing basic text, as graphics showed a slight loss of contrast. However, the unit supplied with the printer has a slightly lower yield of 3,000 pages, but this should be enough to be getting on with.

The Samsung ML-6060 is a superb mono laser printer. The output quality, print speed and running costs are all first-class, especially for such a low price, outperforming printers costing over £50 more, and making it outstanding value to boot. Not only that, but the network option and 72-pin EDO SIMM memory upgrade path make it easily expandable. The ML-6060 is a worthy successor to the 6050, and with great quality and fast print speeds it earns itself a prestigious place on our A List.

Author: Gareth Ogden