Canon · Monochrome Multifunction

Canon imageRUNNER 5020

Production B&W floor-standing MFP: 50 ppm letter, 30 ppm tabloid, 3,650-sheet capacity, 200K pages/month duty cycle, 10.4-inch touchscreen. For repro/in-plant/large workgroup printing 30,000-100,000 pages/mo.

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Print speed
50 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB
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Canon Canon imageRUNNER 5020
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Canon imageRUNNER 5020 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a central reprographics, in-plant, or large department printing 30,000-100,000 pages a month.
  • You need 50 ppm letter and 30 ppm 11x17 throughput with 200K pages/month duty cycle.
  • You can use the 3,650-sheet standard capacity (dual 550 + dual 1500 + bypass) for unattended overnight jobs.
  • You're replacing a like-for-like 5020 and want supply continuity (NPG-26 / GPR-16 family).
  • You need standard auto duplex on a high-volume B&W workhorse.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 20,000-30,000 pages a month — within duty cycle, you'll just amortize the 5020 over a longer lease.
  • You need scan-to-network — works for SMB/FTP/email; cloud workflows aren't native.
  • You need basic finishing — inner finisher with stapling available; saddle-stitch booklet finisher is a separate add-on.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 15,000 pages a month — this is overbuilt; get an iR 3245 or smaller iR-ADV instead.
  • You need color. Mono only.
  • You need modern security: TLS 1.2, SMBv3, AirPrint, scan-to-cloud — not on this 2000s platform.
  • You don't have 208V power and floor space for a 750+ lb floor-standing unit — this isn't a plug-in machine.
  • You expect modern mobile printing — works only via UFR II driver or third-party MEAP apps.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Canon imageRUNNER 5020 is a high-volume floor-standing A3 black-and-white MFP — 50 pages per minute on letter, 30 ppm on 11x17, with a 200,000 pages/month max duty cycle and 3,650-sheet standard paper capacity (dual 550-sheet drawers, dual 1,500-sheet drawers, and 50-sheet bypass). First copy out is 3.5 seconds. The control panel is a 10.4-inch color touchscreen and standard auto duplex is in the box. Print resolution is 600 x 600 dpi (smoothed to 2400 x 600 equivalent). The DADF holds 100 sheets. Toner is the NPG-26 / GPR-16 family. This is the right machine for a central reprographics department, in-plant, or large workgroup printing 30,000-100,000 pages a month that needs 50 ppm B&W throughput with serious capacity. The thing buyers regret: assuming 'imageRUNNER 5020' meant a recent Canon. This is a mid-2000s production platform — competent core engine, but no TLS 1.2, no AirPrint, no native scan-to-cloud. Most buyers today are existing fleet operators replacing a sister unit. If you need modern security or workflows, look at the iR-ADV DX 6700 series instead.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 50 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 50 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type 100-sheet duplexing automatic document feeder (DADF)
Scan destinations email, I-fax, network folders
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 200000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 200,000 impressions
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Canon
Model Canon imageRUNNER 5020
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Canon manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Canon imageRUNNER 5020

The printer itself

Canon imageRUNNER 5020 in original Canon packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 44-3/4 x 25-3/8 x 29-1/4 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Canon quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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FAQ

Canon imageRUNNER 5020 , common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER 5020 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner has a yield of approximately 33,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the Canon GPR-4 (4234A003AA), which also yields 33,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Canon imageRUNNER 5020 is a high-volume floor-standing A3 black-and-white MFP with a speed of 50 ppm on letter and a max duty cycle of 200,000 pages/month, making it suitable for large workgroups. In contrast, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4825i is a workgroup multifunction printer designed for smaller offices, with a speed of 25 ppm and a standard paper capacity of 1,200 sheets. The 4825i also features modern connectivity options like Wi-Fi and a 10.1" color touchscreen, while the 5020 lacks modern security features like TLS 1.2 and AirPrint. For small offices, the 4825i offers a more compact and modern solution.
The Canon imageRUNNER 5020 is designed for high-volume printing, with a max duty cycle of 200,000 pages/month and a speed of 50 ppm, making it more suitable for large workgroups or central reprographics departments. For small business with lower printing needs, this printer may be excessive. Consider stepping up to a more commercial option that fits your volume requirements.
No, the Canon imageRUNNER 5020 is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5850i, Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C3730i, or Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C2730i.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Canon includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Canon imageRUNNER 5020 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Canon reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Canon imageRUNNER 5020 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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