A5 Image Resolution & DPI Guide
A5 paper measures 5.83 × 8.27 inches (148 × 210 mm). Standard 300 DPI print requires 1748 × 2480 pixels.
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A5 Complete Dimensions & Resolution Blueprint
International standard for flyers, notebooks, and small planners.
Required Pixels for A5 by DPI Quality Level
| Print Quality | DPI | Required Pixels (W × H) | Megapixels | Use Case Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draft Screen Only | 72 DPI | 420 × 595 px | 0.25 MP | Web & draft display only (soft on paper) |
| Newspaper / Poster | 150 DPI | 875 × 1,241 px | 1.09 MP | Good for distance viewing (>3 ft / 1 meter) |
| Desktop Photo | 200 DPI | 1,166 × 1,654 px | 1.93 MP | Solid desktop / home laser printer quality |
| Commercial Print | 300 DPI | 1,749 × 2,481 px | 4.34 MP | Close inspection: Photo lab & fine press benchmark |
| Fine Art / Archival | 600 DPI | 3,498 × 4,962 px | 17.36 MP | Ultra-fine archival giclée & sharp vector text |
While 300 DPI (1,749 × 2,481 px) is the standard benchmark for close-up handheld viewing, it is not universally mandatory for every printing project. The appropriate resolution depends on four key factors:
A5 Dimensions at Different DPI Presets
At 300 DPI: 1748 × 2480 px (~4.3 MP).
At 150 DPI: 874 × 1240 px (~1.1 MP).
A5 is popular for compact trade books, journals, order pads, and greeting cards. Calculate your exact print dimensions with the print size calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
A5 size at 300 DPI is 1748 × 2480 pixels.