Bytes to Bits conversion table
| Bytes | Bits |
|---|---|
| 1 B | 8 bit |
| 2 B | 16 bit |
| 5 B | 40 bit |
| 10 B | 80 bit |
| 25 B | 200 bit |
| 50 B | 400 bit |
| 100 B | 800 bit |
How to convert bytes to bits
Bits = Bytes × 8. For example, 2 B = 16 bit. Type a value in either box above: the other one updates instantly, both ways.
What is a byte?
A byte (B) is 8 bits, enough to store one ASCII character.
What is a bit?
A bit is the smallest unit of digital data, a single 0 or 1; 8 bits make a byte.
How do I convert bytes to bits?
Use the formula Bits = Bytes × 8. Type a value in the bytes box and the result appears instantly.
How many bits are in 1 byte?
1 B = 8 bit.
Is this converter free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no sign-up, and the calculation runs in your browser: nothing is sent to a server.
Is 1 GB 1000 MB or 1024 MB?
This converter uses decimal SI prefixes, like drive makers and Google: 1 GB = 1000 MB. Operating systems such as Windows count in binary units (1 GiB = 1024 MiB), which is why a 1 TB drive shows about 931 GB.