What printer is better, 2007 Photosmart C5180 or 2010 Deskjet 2050?

Hello! I have a question about my two printers. One is a HP photosmart C5180 that I got in 2007. I thought it was broken and my neighbor offered me a HP Deskjet 2050 which has never been used. It was purchased in 2010 and the original ink is still in the package. However, my good 'Ol C5180 started working like new again, but is the 2010 a better printer? 
Thank  you!!

Hi @Peggy-Dar ,
Thank you for visiting the HP Support Forums and Welcome. I have read about your HP Deskjet 2050 Printer and the printer telling you there is a paper jam. Here is a document on power supply issues that could be what is happening. Complete solution 1 and solution 4. 
I hope this helps you.
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