Computers & Office · PRODUCT REVIEW

Lexmark
X738de Color Laser Multifunction Printer

Color office MFP with wired networking and high monthly guidance. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Lexmark's U.S. X738de is a color multifunction printer built for a shared office workflow. The manufacturer identifies part MS00321 and documents print, copy, scan, and fax, with integrated automatic duplex, Ethernet, USB, and rated output up to 35 pages per minute. The recommended monthly range is 3,000 to 10,000 pages, a higher-volume band than a personal printer. Built-in wireless is not standard in the reviewed configuration; Lexmark describes an optional accessory. That distinction matters for exact model matching, especially on used listings that combine similar X738 family terms. The MFP functions can consolidate work, but a large older color machine brings more parts and consumables to inspect. Verify the nameplate and part, duplex path, scanner, feeder, fax, ports, toner, drivers, and service status on the actual unit. Lexmark's official page confirms original capability and workload guidance, not seller condition, current parts stock, or price. The historical ASIN is not used as an exact offer link; this page points to a tagged X738de search. Buyers should compare the model's workload band with real monthly output and confirm that a legacy platform fits their software and support needs.

Consider it for

A higher-volume wired office considering a used color MFP that needs copy, scan, and fax as well as two-sided printing..

Look elsewhere if

It is a poor fit if you need a compact personal device, standard Wi-Fi, a current-generation product, or low-maintenance color printing for only occasional pages.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • Lexmark confirms color print, copy, scan, and fax for the exact U.S. X738de part MS00321.
  • Automatic duplex, Ethernet, and USB are standard in the reviewed U.S. configuration.
  • Its 3,000–10,000 page recommendation and 35 ppm rating support a busier shared office role.

What to weigh up

  • Built-in Wi-Fi is not standard; the source lists a separate optional accessory.
  • The legacy color MFP needs unit-level checks for toner, service, scanner, and software support.
  • A published workload range does not guarantee the condition or remaining life of a used machine.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredX738de
Main functionsPrint, copy, scan, and fax
Print outputColor; up to 35 ppm
Two-sided printingAutomatic duplex; Ethernet and USB

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

A shared color workflow

The X738de puts print, copy, scan, and fax functions in one color device. This can be valuable when an office handles forms and originals as well as outgoing pages, because users need not move between separate machines. If the printer will only output occasional pages, the extra functions and supplies may add unnecessary complexity. Lexmark's U.S. product page confirms the model and part MS00321, which helps distinguish it from similar family configurations.

Automatic duplex and rated speed

Lexmark lists integrated automatic duplex and rated output up to 35 pages per minute. Duplex reduces manual work on recurring reports, while the speed rating gives context for a shared queue. Neither figure guarantees that an aged machine will operate at its original pace. Test a two-sided print job, check registration and paper feeding, and inspect wear on the device before relying on specifications from the manufacturer page.

Wired ports are documented; Wi-Fi is optional

Ethernet and USB are standard connections in the reviewed U.S. configuration. Ethernet is the straightforward choice for a wired shared printer, and USB supports direct connection. Lexmark describes wireless as an optional accessory, not built-in standard Wi-Fi. Ask for the exact accessory part if a listing claims wireless, and confirm it is installed and functioning. A general statement that an X738 is network-ready does not establish wireless capability.

A higher monthly recommendation

Lexmark recommends 3,000 to 10,000 pages per month for the X738de. This makes the model more relevant to a regular office queue than to very light personal printing. Compare actual monthly pages with that recommendation and consider the cost and maintenance of color supplies separately. Do not treat the duty-cycle maximum as a suggested workload or assume the recommended range predicts the remaining life of a used unit.

Inspect every MFP function

A used X738de should be checked as a printer, scanner, copier, and fax device. Inspect the automatic duplex path, document feeder and glass, network ports, display and controls, and available toner. Ask for sample pages and a configuration report, then verify that the exact MS00321 label matches the listing. Lexmark's product page establishes the original feature set but cannot report the state of the specific seller's machine.

Account for age and supplies

The X738de is a legacy color platform, so current supply availability, service options, and driver fit deserve attention before purchase. Those practical ownership questions are separate from the model's documented capabilities. Verify exact consumables, return terms, operating system support, and network policy. This listing link is a tagged exact-model search, not a promise of present stock, price, or a verified ASIN. Choose the model only if its larger workflow and support demands suit the office.

What else to compare

For built-in Wi-Fi and a smaller color MFP, compare Brother MFC-L3770CDW. For wired mono fax and scan work, Lexmark MX321adn has a smaller documented monthly range.

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Before you buy

Does the X738de print in color and fax?

Yes. Lexmark's U.S. page documents color print, copy, scan, and fax for the X738de part MS00321.

Does the exact model include automatic duplex?

Lexmark lists integrated duplex for the X738de, supporting automatic two-sided printing.

Is built-in Wi-Fi standard?

No. The reviewed U.S. source treats wireless as an optional accessory; Ethernet and USB are standard.

Where can I check the current price?

Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.

Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

The X738de is a wired, higher-volume color MFP when its full document workflow is useful. Confirm optional wireless, supplies, support, and used-unit condition.

Is it the right fit?

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