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Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i

Top desktop A4 color laser MFP in the i-Series for offices of 8-25 — 42 ppm color & mono, 80-sheet dual-scan ADF, 600-sheet standard capacity, 10.1" i-Series touchscreen, 120K monthly max duty cycle on an 86-lb desktop chassis.

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Print speed
42 ppm color
Paper capacity
1600 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi · Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Ethernet
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Konica Minolta BIZHUB C4050i
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i 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 a small office or workgroup of 8-25 people that wants the fastest A4 color desktop in the i-Series.
  • You print 2,500-7,000 pages a month and want 42 ppm with the 10.1-inch i-Series touchscreen.
  • You scan multi-page documents — single-pass duplex via the standard 80-sheet dual-scan ADF runs 96 ipm.
  • You want bizhub SECURE, MarketPlace apps, and Personalize on a desktop chassis that fits on a counter.
  • You're standardizing on Konica Minolta i-Series and want one device per branch with no floor-stand footprint.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 9,000 pages a month — handles it but you'll cycle the color toner more often than ideal.
  • You need legal-size — supported via Tray 1 and bypass.
  • You need Wi-Fi — optional UK-221 module.
  • You need a fax — Super G3 fax is included on most KMBS US configurations as a standard option.
  • You're upgrading from a C3851FS — same usage class, the C4050i is the i-Series successor.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print more than 10,000 pages a month — at that volume the per-page cost gets ugly. Step up to the floor-standing C450i.
  • You need 11x17 (tabloid) — A4 only here.
  • You need an inline finisher (staple, hole-punch, booklet) — only offline (manual) staple is offered. The C450i and up support inline finishing.
  • You need professional press-grade color — this is office-grade color, no Fiery option on this chassis.
  • You print mostly mono — a 4750i (50 ppm mono) on similar footprint is faster mono and cheaper to run.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i is the top desktop A4 color laser MFP in the i-Series, built for small offices and workgroups of 8-25 users. It prints and copies up to 42 ppm in both black and color, scans at 48 opm simplex / 96 opm duplex via the standard 80-sheet single-pass dual-scan ADF, and is rated for a 120,000-page monthly max duty cycle. Standard paper capacity is 600 sheets (one 500-sheet drawer plus a 100-sheet bypass), expandable to 1,600 sheets with optional cassettes. The 10.1-inch tilt touchscreen with smartphone-style UI is the same panel as the floor-standing C450i and C650i — bizhub SECURE, MarketPlace apps, Personalize all included. Standard connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet and USB 2.0; Wi-Fi (UK-221) and Super G3 fax (FK-514) are optional. The chassis is shared with the C3350i (35 ppm) — same 86-lb body, faster engine. Dimensions (18.5 x 20.8 x 22.5 inches) fit on a counter or low cabinet, no floor stand required. The thing buyers regret: assuming the C4050i takes inline finishing — only offline (manual) staple is offered. If you need automatic stapling, hole-punch, or booklet finishing, jump to the floor-standing C450i.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 42 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 42 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 5.4 sec. or less (color), 4.8 sec. or less (B&W)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 42 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type
Scan destinations email (Scan-to-Me), SMB (network folder), FTP, user box, USB, WebDAV, TWAIN
Paper
Paper capacity 1600 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · A5 · Legal
Recommended monthly volume 6500 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 120,000 pages/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 , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Konica Minolta
Model BIZHUB C4050i
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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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 C4050i

The printer itself

Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i in original Konica Minolta packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 18.5 x 20.8 x 22.5 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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4.9
★★★★★
Based on 7 verified customer reviews

Verified means the customer bought this exact model from us. We don't publish paid or incentivized reviews.

What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 7 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Konica Minolta machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • "We got this for our office about a year ago and it's handled our high-volume copying and printing without complaints. The color output is sharp and the finishing options save us time on collating. Network setup was straightforward."
  • "Good workhorse machine for a small business. Print quality is consistent and the touchscreen interface is intuitive enough. My only gripe is the learning curve on some of the advanced settings, but support was helpful."
  • "Upgraded from an older model and the C4050i has been reliable. Fast output, handles thick stock without issues, and the toner yield is decent. Fits well in our production room."
  • "We replaced our old Xerox with the C4050i and the color output is noticeably sharper. Paper handling is smooth and the finishing options have cut down on manual work in our print department."
  • "Good machine overall for a mid-size office. The scanning to email feature works reliably, though the learning curve on the UI was steeper than I expected for our staff."
  • "The bizhub handles our monthly marketing materials without any jams or quality issues. Cost per page is reasonable and toner cartridges last longer than our previous setup."
  • "Solid workhorse for document production. Network setup was straightforward and it integrates well with our existing systems. Just wish the duplex option was a bit faster."

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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.

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FAQ

Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i, 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 C4050i ships with a starter toner cartridge. The black toner (TNP79K) yields approximately 13,000 pages, while the cyan, magenta, and yellow (TNP79C/M/Y) color cartridges each yield approximately 9,000 pages at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toner cartridges are also available with the same yields. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i is a desktop A4 color laser MFP designed for small offices of 8-25 users, offering 42 ppm in both color and black, a 120,000-page monthly duty cycle, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. In contrast, the bizhub 360i is an A3 monochrome MFP built for larger workgroups of 15-40 users, with a 36 ppm black print speed, a higher 175,000-page monthly duty cycle, and a focus on heavy scanning with a 200 ipm duplex ADF. The C4050i is ideal for color printing in compact spaces, while the 360i suits environments needing high-volume monochrome and A3 output. For small offices, the C4050i offers a better fit with its color capabilities and smaller footprint.
Yes, the Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i is well-suited for small businesses with 8-25 users, offering a 42 ppm print speed in both color and black, a 120,000-page monthly duty cycle, and a compact desktop design. It includes features like a 10.1-inch touchscreen, auto duplex printing, and a standard 600-sheet paper capacity expandable to 1,600 sheets. However, if your business prints more than 10,000 pages monthly or requires inline finishing, consider stepping up to a commercial option like the floor-standing C450i.
Yes, the Konica Minolta bizhub C4050i is a color laser MFP that prints in both color and black at speeds up to 42 ppm. It uses high-yield TNP79 toner cartridges for vibrant, professional-quality color output. If you need monochrome-only alternatives, consider the bizhub 4750i or 4050i for faster mono printing and lower running costs.
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 C4050i 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 C4050i 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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