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Konica Minolta · Monochrome Multifunction

Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer

Desktop B&W A4 MFP for teams of 5-20 — 42 ppm, 7-inch color touchscreen, 100-sheet reversing ADF, 650-sheet standard / 1,650 max paper capacity, AirPrint/Mopria/NFC standard, optional Super G3 fax.

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Print speed
42 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run an office or team of 5-20 people that needs A4/letter B&W output (no tabloid).
  • You print 1,500-5,000 pages a month, well under the 150,000 monthly duty cycle.
  • You want a desktop A4 footprint that scales — base capacity 650 sheets, expandable to 1,650 sheets with two optional 500-sheet trays.
  • You scan moderate volumes — 100-sheet reversing ADF handles batch contracts and intake forms.
  • You want mobile printing standard — AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, and NFC tap-to-pair are built in.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 5,000-8,000 pages a month — handled, but TN-116 toner cycles get more frequent. Consider the bizhub 4750 (47 ppm) at that level.
  • You need fax — the optional Super G3 fax kit adds it for ~$200-300 installed.
  • You want Wi-Fi — optional accessory, not standard.
  • You're replacing a Brother MFC-L6900 or HP LaserJet Enterprise M527 — toner economics are similar; the Konica panel is more touch-friendly but takes a few days to learn.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color print — this is B&W only. Get a bizhub C3350i or C4050i for color.
  • You need 11x17 (tabloid) — this is A4/letter only. Get a bizhub 308 or 368.
  • You print over 8,000 pages a month — at that volume per-page cost gets ugly. Look at the 308 floor unit.
  • You need single-pass duplex scanning — only reversing ADF available.
  • You need a current-generation device — the 4050 has been superseded by the 4050i (2020 i-Series); the predecessor is fine for budget refurb but firmware updates are limited.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 is a desktop B&W A4 multifunction printer for offices and teams of 5-20 people that need fast letter/legal mono output without paying for color or tabloid. It runs at 42 ppm B&W with a first-copy-out around 5.7 seconds and a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle. Most installs we've sold sit between 1,500 and 5,000 pages a month. Standard paper input is a 500-sheet drawer plus a 150-sheet bypass for 650 sheets total; max capacity is 1,650 sheets with two optional 500-sheet trays (PF-P14). Print resolution is 1200 x 1200 dpi. The 7-inch color touchscreen runs scan-to-email, scan-to-folder, and basic copy workflows; 100-sheet reversing ADF (DF-628) handles batch scanning and duplex copying. Scan destinations include email, SMB, FTP, USB, WebDAV, User Box, and TWAIN. Duplex print and copy are automatic. Connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, optional Wi-Fi, plus AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, and NFC standard. The thing buyers regret: no single-pass duplex scanning option — heavy stacked-original scanning is slower than a 308. Footprint is desktop-friendly at 18.7 x 21.7 inches and ~50 lb, so a single tech can move it. Predecessor product — for new installs, look at the bizhub 4050i or 4750i (i-Series successors).
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 42 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 8.5 seconds or less
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 42 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations Scan-to-Email, Scan-to-FTP, Scan-to-SMB, Scan-to-HDD, TWAIN
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 6500 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 100,000 to 120,000 pages per month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Display 7 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Konica Minolta
Model Konica Minolta bizhub 4050
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Konica Minolta manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer

The printer itself

Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer in original Konica Minolta packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 19.3 x 19 x 22.1 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Konica Minolta quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
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  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (616) 800-7682 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 20,000 pages. The replacement toner model is the Konica Minolta A6VK01W (TNP-46), which also yields 20,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 is a desktop A4 monochrome printer with a 42 ppm print speed and a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle, ideal for small offices. The bizhub 300i is an A3 monochrome printer with a 30 ppm print speed, a 10.1-inch tablet-style touchscreen, and a single-pass duplex scanner, making it better suited for larger workgroups needing tabloid output. The bizhub 4050 is more compact and cost-effective for small offices, while the bizhub 300i offers advanced scanning and larger paper capacity.
Yes, the Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 is well-suited for small businesses with its 42 ppm print speed, 1,500–5,000 monthly page volume, and compact desktop design. It supports duplex printing, scanning to multiple destinations, and a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle.
No, the Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Konica Minolta bizhub C360i, C452, or C554e.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (616) 800-7682. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Konica Minolta includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Kraft Business Systems is an authorized Konica Minolta reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Konica Minolta bizhub 4050 Multifunction Printer order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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