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Samsung
SCX-4828FN Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer

Mono fax MFP with Ethernet and built-in print duplex. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

The Samsung SCX-4828FN is a documented monochrome all-in-one for a wired office that wants fax, copy, scan and automatic two-sided printing in one chassis. Samsung lists up to 30 pages per minute on Letter paper and Ethernet alongside USB. The source does not establish built-in Wi-Fi or a recommended monthly range, so those should not be assumed.

Consider it for

A wired home office or small team that needs monochrome fax, copy and scan functions with automatic duplex output..

Look elsewhere if

Choose another model if color printing, wireless network setup, duplex scanning, or a source-backed recommended monthly range is essential to your workflow.

Pros & cons

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

What works in its favor

  • The exact FN model combines print, copy, scan and fax rather than relying on a separate fax accessory.
  • Built-in print duplex and a 50-sheet ADF help with recurring reports and multi-page originals.
  • A 10/100 Ethernet port supports a wired shared-printer setup, with USB available for direct connection.

What to weigh up

  • The product prints in monochrome, so it cannot make color documents or images.
  • The reviewed interface list confirms USB and Ethernet but does not establish built-in wireless networking.
  • The listed 50,000-page duty cycle is a maximum-capability figure, not a recommended monthly workload.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredSCX-4828FN
Main functionsMonochrome print, copy, scan and fax
Print outputUp to 30 ppm Letter; 250-sheet cassette plus 1-sheet manual feed
Two-sided printingBuilt-in duplex printing; 50-sheet ADF; USB and Ethernet

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 6, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

One machine for a monochrome document workflow

Samsung identifies the SCX-4828FN as a monochrome laser multifunction model with printing, copying, scanning and fax. That combination suits a desk where paper still moves in both directions: staff can produce documents, make copies, send faxes and capture originals without maintaining separate devices. The FN suffix matters because buyers should match the complete model name when checking a used unit. This is a function-based fit, not a claim about print quality from personal testing or buyer reports.

Automatic duplex makes print jobs easier to manage

Samsung lists built-in duplex printing for this exact model, a useful distinction from printers that require the operator to turn a stack over. Duplex can reduce sheet use in recurring forms and internal reports, but it applies to output. The product leaflet separately lists a 50-sheet ADF; it does not establish automatic two-sided scanning. Buyers who routinely digitize both sides of forms should verify that workflow rather than treating the print duplex feature as a scanner feature.

A feeder and cassette support ordinary office batches

The source lists a 250-sheet cassette, one-sheet manual feed and a 50-sheet automatic document feeder. Those capacities give the printer a practical place for standard paper and a separate feed for a one-off sheet or specialty media. The feeder supports multi-page originals, while the reviewed specification does not claim duplex scanning. Paper capacity is a convenience rather than a workload guarantee; larger teams may still need frequent refills depending on the mix of jobs and page coverage.

Wired connections are clear, wireless is not

Samsung documents Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and 10/100Base-TX Ethernet. Ethernet gives a small office a conventional wired sharing path, while USB can connect a nearby workstation. The exact-model source does not document built-in Wi-Fi, so a wireless-required answer should not count this printer as a match. A separately purchased print server or a later configuration is not evidence that the standard SCX-4828FN includes wireless hardware. Match the ports on the actual device to the planned setup.

Treat duty cycle and device condition carefully

Samsung lists a 50,000-page monthly duty cycle, which is a maximum comparison figure rather than a recommendation for routine monthly use. No recommended range is used in this profile. The product is a legacy design, so software compatibility, service history, toner state and paper-path condition matter when evaluating a particular unit. The Amazon destination searches the exact model and does not identify a current offer. Check the device label and test fax, scan, duplex and network functions before relying on an individual printer.

What else to compare

A model with confirmed duplex scanning is a better fit for frequent two-sided document capture; a print-only wired laser is simpler if fax and scanning are unnecessary.

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Before you buy

Does the SCX-4828FN print on both sides automatically?

Samsung lists built-in duplex printing for the exact SCX-4828FN model.

Does it have built-in Wi-Fi?

The reviewed model leaflet lists USB and Ethernet, but it does not establish built-in Wi-Fi.

What monthly workload does Samsung recommend?

The source lists a maximum duty cycle, not a recommended monthly page range for this model.

Where can I check the current price?

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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 SCX-4828FN is a wired monochrome fax MFP with automatic print duplex. Wi-Fi, duplex scanning and recommended monthly volume remain unconfirmed.

Is it the right fit?

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