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Data Transfer Rate Converter

Convert between Mbps, MB/s, Gbps, and more.

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About the Data Transfer Rate Converter

Convert internet and data transfer speeds free — Mbps to MB/s, Gbps to Mbps, and every bits-vs-bytes combination that trips people up. The golden rule: 8 bits = 1 byte, so a 100 Mbps plan downloads at 12.5 MB/s. Use it to translate ISP plan speeds into real download rates, size up file transfer times, or compare network gear.

How to use the Data Transfer Rate Converter

  1. 01Enter a value.
  2. 02Pick the unit to convert from.
  3. 03Read every other unit and copy.

Frequently asked questions

Is Mbps the same as MB/s?

No — there are 8 bits in a byte, so 8 Mbps = 1 MB/s.

Why is my download slower than my plan?

Plans are sold in megabits (Mbps) but downloads show megabytes (MB/s) — divide by 8.

How fast is 100 Mbps really?

12.5 MB/s — roughly a 5 GB game download in about 7 minutes, or a 4K stream (25 Mbps) with plenty of headroom.

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