Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11 Inches, 20 lb Weight, 96 Bright White, 500 Sheets (1 Ream)
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Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper is a standard 8.5 x 11 inch, 20 lb (approx. 75 g/m²) ream of 500 sheets designed for everyday printing, copying, and faxing. With a bright white 96 brightness rating, it produces clear, readable text and vibrant color on routine documents without the premium price of specialty paper. This pack is aimed at home offices, students, small businesses, and anyone who needs reliable, high-volume output for letters, homework, reports, internal memos, and promotional handouts. It balances cost and performance: suitable for double-sided printing and most inkjet and laser machines while keeping running costs low compared with heavier, coated, or photo papers.
Key Features
- Size: 8.5 x 11 inches (standard letter size) — fits all home and office printers
- Weight: 20 lb bond (approximately 75 g/m²) — standard copy paper thickness
- Brightness: 96 bright white for improved contrast and sharper-looking text and color
- Count: 500 sheets per ream — packaged for everyday, high-volume printing
- Compatibility: Designed for use in inkjet printers, laser printers, copiers, and fax machines; suitable for duplex (double-sided) printing
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Consistent everyday performance for inkjet and laser printers and copiers
- 96 bright white finish improves legibility and color contrast for text and graphics
- Economical 500-sheet ream ideal for high-volume printing and routine office use
- Standard 8.5 x 11 size fits all common printers and file systems
- Lightweight 20 lb stock balances smooth feed with acceptable feel and cost
Cons
- Not premium — thinner than heavier bond papers, so less substantial for resumes or presentations
- Some show-through or slight bleed possible with very heavy ink coverage or saturated photos
- Single ream packaging means frequent repurchasing for larger offices unless buying in bulk
- Not intended for glossy photo printing or professional marketing collateral
Recommendations
- Home office users who need dependable, low-cost paper for invoices, reports, and correspondence
- Students printing assignments, notes, practice worksheets, and school projects
- Small businesses and nonprofits that require bulk printing for internal documents and handouts
- General household use — recipes, lists, forms, and everyday photocopying
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. 20 lb copy paper is commonly used for duplex printing and will work fine for most documents. If you need absolutely minimal show-through (for double-sided brochures or heavy graphics), consider stepping up to a 24 lb or higher weight.
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