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Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C

20-ppm A3 color MFP for small workgroups of 5-15 — 350-sheet standard capacity (2,900 max), 100-sheet reversing ADF, 9" tablet touchscreen, and standard automatic duplex.

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Print speed
20 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C 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 workgroup of 5-15 people that needs A3 (11x17) color and a tablet-style touchscreen.
  • You print 1,000-3,500 mixed-color pages a month.
  • You want 9-inch touch UI for scan-to-folder, scan-to-email, and scan-to-USB workflows.
  • You already run Toshiba and want a small A3 color box on the same e-BRIDGE driver.
  • You need expandable paper capacity — 350 sheets standard, up to 2,900 with optional cassettes.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 5,000 pages a month — duty cycle covers it, just budget more frequent toner orders.
  • You're moving off a Sharp MX-3070N or Ricoh MP C2503 — operators adapt to the 9" touch in a week.
  • You need Wi-Fi — wireless is optional, not standard.
  • You scan multi-page contracts occasionally — the 100-sheet RADF handles it, just slower duplex than newer single-pass models.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print more than 6,000 pages a month — step up to a 2510AC or 3015AC; this generation gets expensive past that.
  • You need 1200 dpi print resolution — this caps at 600 x 600 dpi; the AC-series goes higher.
  • You scan high volumes daily — reversing ADF is slower than single-pass DSDF.
  • You don't need A3 — A4 units like the 509CS save floor space and toner cost.
  • You don't have a Toshiba dealer — this older platform needs authorized service support.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C is a 20-ppm A3 color multifunction built for small workgroups of 5 to 15 people that need real 11x17 color in a tablet-UI chassis. It runs 20 ppm in both black and color, hits first copy out in 7.6 seconds black or 9.5 seconds color, and scans through a 100-sheet reversing ADF (up to 50 sheets per minute at 300 dpi). Standard paper capacity is 350 sheets (single 250-sheet cassette plus 100-sheet bypass), expandable to 2,900 sheets with optional cassettes. Print resolution is 600 x 600 dpi — fine for office text and graphics, lower than the current AC-series 1200 dpi engines. The 9-inch tablet-style color touchscreen runs scan-to-email, scan-to-folder, scan-to-USB, and basic e-BRIDGE workflows. Wi-Fi is optional. The 2050C sits in the 2050C/2550C/2051C/2551C generation — older platform, replaced in current Toshiba lineup by the 2510AC and AC-series. The thing buyers regret: ordering this for a department that prints 6,000+ pages a month or one that needs the higher-resolution print quality of the newer AC-series. At its sweet spot — 1,000 to 3,500 pages a month — the per-page cost is fine and the chassis is durable.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 20 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 20 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 7.1 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 20 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 5000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 27,500 impressions/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 9 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C
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 Toshiba 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 22.6 x 23.2 x 26.1 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

Toshiba 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.

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FAQ

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 38,400 pages for black and 33,600 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 5% coverage. Replacement ultra-high-yield toners (T-FC30U series) are available for black (T-FC30U-K) and colors (T-FC30U-C, T-FC30U-M, T-FC30U-Y). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C is a 20-ppm color multifunction printer ideal for small workgroups of 5–15 people, while the eSTUDIO3528A is a 35-ppm monochrome printer designed for larger departments of 15–40 people. The 2050C offers color printing and a 9-inch tablet-style touchscreen, whereas the 3528A is monochrome-only but features Toshiba's e-BRIDGE Next interface and a higher monthly duty cycle (150,000 pages). The 3528A also has faster print speeds (35 ppm vs. 20 ppm) and optional high-volume scanning (300-sheet DSDF). For small offices needing color, the 2050C is a cost-effective choice, while the 3528A suits high-volume monochrome environments.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C is well-suited for small businesses with monthly print volumes of 1,000 to 3,500 pages. It offers 20 ppm color printing, a 9-inch touchscreen, and expandable paper capacity up to 2,900 sheets. However, if your business exceeds 6,000 pages monthly or requires higher-resolution output, consider upgrading to a commercial option like the Toshiba AC-series.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C supports full-color printing at 20 ppm. It is designed for small workgroups needing 11x17 color output with a 600 x 600 dpi resolution.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. 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.
Toshiba includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Toshiba 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 2050C 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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