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Data Transfer Converter

Instantly convert your internet and network speeds between bits and bytes.

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Converted Result

0 MB/s

How to Convert Data Transfer Rates?

If you pay for a "Gigabit" internet connection but notice your games only download at around 125 MB/s, you aren't being scammed! You are just experiencing the difference between bits and bytes.

  1. Enter your speed: Type the number provided by your ISP, speed test, or file transfer window.
  2. Select the starting unit: ISPs and network gear (like routers) use Bits (lowercase 'b', e.g., Mbps).
  3. Select the target unit: Web browsers and game launchers (like Steam) display download speeds in Bytes (uppercase 'B', e.g., MB/s).
  4. Convert: Click the button to instantly translate the marketing numbers into your real-world download speed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between Mbps and MB/s?

Mbps (Megabits per second) uses a lowercase "b" and is used to measure network bandwidth. MB/s (Megabytes per second) uses an uppercase "B" and measures file size transfer rates. Because there are exactly 8 bits in 1 byte, you must divide your Mbps speed by 8 to find your true MB/s download speed.

How fast is a 1 Gbps internet connection?

A "Gigabit" connection is 1,000 Mbps. If we divide that by 8, the absolute theoretical maximum download speed of a 1 Gbps connection is 125 Megabytes per second (MB/s). Due to network overhead, you will typically see real-world downloads peak around 110 to 115 MB/s.

Why do internet providers use bits instead of bytes?

Historically, hardware data transmission over wires has always been measured one "bit" (a single 1 or 0) at a time, so network engineers used bits per second. Today, ISPs continue to use Mbps and Gbps because the numbers look 8 times larger, making them much better for marketing to consumers.