Bitrate & File Size Calculator

Convert between bitrate units (kbps, Mbps, Gbps) and calculate video file sizes. Essential calculator for video editing, streaming, and media planning.

Bitrate Unit Converter
Convert between bps, kbps, Mbps, and Gbps instantly

Conversion Results

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Quick Reference

Common Conversions
  • • 1 Mbps = 1,000 kbps
  • • 1 Gbps = 1,000 Mbps
  • • 6 Mbps = 6,000 kbps
  • • 25 Mbps = 0.025 Gbps
Real-world Examples
  • • Netflix 4K: 25 Mbps
  • • YouTube 1080p: 8-12 Mbps
  • • Twitch stream: 6 Mbps
  • • CD audio: 1.4 Mbps

Understanding Bitrate Units

kbps (Kilobits per second)

  • • 1 kbps = 1,000 bits per second
  • • Common for audio bitrates
  • • Lower quality video streams
  • • Example: 128 kbps audio

Mbps (Megabits per second)

  • • 1 Mbps = 1,000 kbps
  • • Standard for video bitrates
  • • Internet speed measurements
  • • Example: 6 Mbps video stream

Gbps (Gigabits per second)

  • • 1 Gbps = 1,000 Mbps
  • • High-speed internet connections
  • • Professional video editing
  • • Example: 1 Gbps fiber internet

File Size Calculations

Video Files

  • • Size = (Video Bitrate + Audio Bitrate) × Duration ÷ 8
  • • Result in bytes, convert to MB/GB
  • • Add ~10% for container overhead
  • • Variable bitrate may differ

Streaming Data

  • • Data usage = Bitrate × Duration ÷ 8
  • • Real-time streaming consumption
  • • Network overhead considerations
  • • Buffering may increase usage

Common Bitrate Examples

Video Bitrates

  • • YouTube 1080p: 8-12 Mbps
  • • Netflix 4K: 25 Mbps
  • • Twitch 1080p60: 6 Mbps
  • • DVD quality: 5 Mbps

Audio Bitrates

  • • CD quality: 1,411 kbps
  • • High quality MP3: 320 kbps
  • • Standard MP3: 128 kbps
  • • Voice calls: 64 kbps

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