Bits to Bytes Converter
Convert bits to bytes and understand the difference between network speeds (bits) and file sizes (bytes).
Result
Bytes
1 Bits = 0.125 Bytes
How to convert Bits to Bytes?
Bits and bytes are fundamental data units. The relationship is:
- 1 Byte = 8 Bits
- 1 Bit = 0.125 Bytes
To convert Bits to Bytes, divide the value by 8.
Formula: Bytes = Bits ÷ 8
Step-by-Step Calculation
- Take the number of Bits you want to convert (e.g., 128).
- Divide that value by 8.
- The result is the value in Bytes. (Example: 128 ÷ 8 = 16 bytes).
Real-world use case: Mbps vs MB/s (internet speed vs file size)
Internet speed is usually measured in bits per second (Mbps), while file sizes are measured in bytes (MB/GB). Because 1 byte = 8 bits, the numbers look different.
- Example: 80 Mbps ≈ 10 MB/s (80 ÷ 8 = 10)
- Download estimate: A 1 GB file (~1000 MB) at 10 MB/s takes about ~100 seconds (not counting overhead)
Tip: Real downloads may be slower due to Wi-Fi quality, network overhead, and server limits.
How to use this converter?
Common Bits to Bytes Conversions
Quick reference guide for common values.
Tip: bit vs Byte
Common Bits to Bytes Conversions
| Bits Input | Bytes Result |
|---|---|
| 8 bits | 1 byte |
| 16 bits | 2 bytes |
| 32 bits | 4 bytes |
| 64 bits | 8 bytes |
| 128 bits | 16 bytes |
| 256 bits | 32 bytes |
| 512 bits | 64 bytes |
| 1024 bits | 128 bytes |
| 2048 bits | 256 bytes |
| 4096 bits | 512 bytes |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert bits to bytes?
Divide the number of bits by 8 to get bytes.
How many bytes is 64 bits?
64 bits equals 8 bytes.
How many bytes is 1024 bits?
1024 bits equals 128 bytes.
Why are internet speeds measured in bits (Mbps)?
Networking standards commonly report throughput in bits per second, while file sizes are usually shown in bytes—so conversions are often needed.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes—1 byte is exactly 8 bits.