Width. The VG4-540 takes media 295 to 1,371 mm (11.7 to 54 in.) and prints to 1,346 mm; the VG4-640 takes 335 to 1,625 mm (13.2 to 64 in.) and prints to 1,600 mm. The 640 also handles heavier rolls, 45 kg against 35 kg. Print engine, ink and resolution are the same.

It is Roland's figure against the VG3 for comparable output, and ink is the dominant recurring cost on these machines. Roland DG Connect reports your actual consumption, so you can check it against your own work rather than take the claim on trust.

Yes, it ships as standard on both models, along with the dedicated stand and media holders. That matters for unattended runs, where an unmanaged roll is what usually stops the job.

The seven-colour setup with double white — CMYK plus orange, red and two white channels. Two eight-colour options are available instead when you want the widest gamut on white media.

The XG-640 is the higher-throughput professional machine, roughly 50% faster than the VG3 and available only at 64 inches. The VG4 targets balance — quality and low running cost — and comes in 54 or 64 inches at a lower price.