What is the Difference Between A4 and A5 Size Paper?

The main difference between A4 and A5 size paper lies in their dimensions. Here are the key points to consider:

• A4 paper measures 210 mm x 297 mm and is the standard letter-sized paper in the UK, and widely used in printers or copier machines. It is one size larger than A5 paper.
• A5 paper measures 148.5 mm x 210 mm and is one size smaller than A4 paper. It is often used for flyers or small notepads.

In terms of size hierarchy, A4 paper is larger than A5 paper. For example, if you fold a landscape A4 sheet of paper in half across the middle, it would equal an A5-sized sheet of paper. A5 paper is larger than A6, A7, A8, A9, and A10, while A4 paper is larger than A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, and A10.

Comparative Table: A4 vs A5 Size Paper

The main difference between A4 and A5 size paper lies in their dimensions. Here is a table comparing the two sizes:

A4 paper is the most common and recognized sheet of paper, measuring 210 x 297 mm or 8.3 x 11.7 inches. It is used for everyday printing, such as Word documents and stationery letterheads. On the other hand, A5 paper measures 148.5 x 210 mm or 5.8 x 8.3 inches. It is commonly used for flyers, invitations, booklets, and planners.