In this article, we’ll show you how to convert data transfer rates from gigabits per second (Gbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s or TBps). We will cover essential definitions, provide examples, share relevant formulas, and present tables, along with answers to common questions.
Definitions of Gbps and TB/s
Let’s get started by understanding the key definitions and differences between Gbps and TB/s. Understanding these terms will allow you to perform conversions confidently.
Both units use International System of Units (SI) prefixes to simplify measuring and comparing data transfer rates. This standardization aids in conversions and understanding data transfer.
The table below shows all the SI prefixes and the associated symbols, multipliers, and colloquials.
What is Gigabits per second (Gbps)?
A Gigabit per second (Gbps) is a unit of measurement for data transfer rates used when transferring data over the Internet via a 5G mobile network or a superhigh-speed fiber optic connection between Internet companies.
It is part of the International System of Units (SI)[1] and uses decimal multiples of bits (109).
It has symbols or abbreviations such as Gbps, Gb/s, Gbit/s, or Gigabit/s.
One gigabit per second equals one billion bits per second or 1,000,000,000 bps or 0.000125 TB/s (1,000,000,000 ÷ 8,000,000,000,000).
What is Terabytes per second (TB/s)?
A Terabyte per second (TB/s) measures data transfer rates during transfers between internal drives or over a local computer network using high-speed SSDs (Solid State Drives) and terabit networks.
It has symbols or abbreviations such as TBps, TB/s, Tbyte/s, or Terabyte/s.
Since a byte equals eight bits (1B = 8b), a terabyte per second equals eight terabits per second (1 TB/s = 8 Tbps).
In the International System of Units (SI), data storage and transfer rate units uses the decimal multiples of bytes (1012), which means:
1 TB/s = 1012 B/s = 1,000,000,000,000 B/s1 TB/s = 8 Tbps = 8 × 1012 = 8,000,000,000,000 bps1 TB/s = (8 x 1012) ÷ 109 = 8,000 Gbps
Please refer to the FAQs section to find out when 1 TB/s = 8,192 Gbps.
Gbps to TB/s formula
Let’s take a closer look at the conversion formula so you can carry out these conversions independently, whether you're using a calculator or doing it manually with pencil and paper.
Fraction formula for converting from Gbps to TB/s: R(TB/s) = R(Gbps) ÷ 8,000
Decimal formula: R(TB/s) = R(Gbps) × 0.000125
Scientific notion formula: R(TB/s) = R(Gbps) × (125 × 10-6)
Or remember the Gbps-to-TBps conversion factor: 1 Gbps = 0.000125 TB/s
Examples
Now, let's take a look at an example that illustrates the calculations required to convert from gigabits to terabytes per second (Gbps to TB/s).
Convert 100 Gbps to TB/s
Write down 100 Gbps and multiply it by the Gbps-to-TBps conversion factor: 0.000125 to get the rate value R in TB/s:
So, 100 gigabits per second is equal to 0.0125 terabytes per second.
Alternatively, you can use our calculator by entering 100 into the Gbps box, and you instantly get the rate in TBps or TB/s, in this case, 0.0125 TBps.
Gbps to TB/s conversion table
The conversion table below provides a handy reference for converting data rates from gigabits per second (Gbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s). It covers a range from 0.1 Gbps to 1,000 Gbps, allowing for easy and quick conversions between these units of measurement.
| Gigabits per second | Terabytes per second |
|---|---|
| 0.1 Gbps | 0.0000125 TB/s |
| 0.5 Gbps | 0.0000625 TB/s |
| 1 Gbps | 0.000125 TB/s |
| 2 Gbps | 0.00025 TB/s |
| 4 Gbps | 0.0005 TB/s |
| 5 Gbps | 0.000625 TB/s |
| 10 Gbps | 0.00125 TB/s |
| 20 Gbps | 0.0025 TB/s |
| 30 Gbps | 0.00375 TB/s |
| 40 Gbps | 0.005 TB/s |
| 50 Gbps | 0.00625 TB/s |
| 60 Gbps | 0.0075 TB/s |
| 70 Gbps | 0.00875 TB/s |
| 80 Gbps | 0.01 TB/s |
| 90 Gbps | 0.01125 TB/s |
| 100 Gbps | 0.0125 TB/s |
| 200 Gbps | 0.025 TB/s |
| 500 Gbps | 0.0625 TB/s |
| 800 Gbps | 0.1 TB/s |
| 1000 Gbps | 0.125 TB/s |
FAQs
Is 1 Gbps or 1 TB/s faster?
A terabyte per second (TB/s) is eight thousand times faster than a gigabyte per second (Gbps). A bit per second (bps) is the smallest unit for measuring data transfer rates. Here are the relationships between the units.
1 Gbps = 1 × 109 bps = 1,000,000,000 bps1 TB/s = 8 × 1012 bits/s = 8,000,000,000,000 bps1 Gbps = 1,000,000,000 ÷ 8,000,000,000,000 = 0.000125 TB/s1 TB/s = 8,000,000,000,000 ÷ 1,000,000,000 = 8,000 Gbps
How to convert from Gbps to TB/s?
To convert a data transfer rate from gigabits per second (Gbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s), follow the simple steps below:
- Write down the rate value in
gigabits per second (Gbps). - Multiply it by the value of a
Gbps-to-TBpsconversion factor:0.000125. - The result from multiplication is the value of the transfer rate in
terabytes per second (TB/s).
Is 1 terabyte per second (TB/s) equal to 1,024 gigabytes or 1,000 gigabytes per second?
1 TB/s can be defined as either 1,000 GB/s (SI convention) or 1,024 GB/s (binary convention), depending on which standard you choose to use.
In the binary system, where used by most computer operating systems (e.g. Windows, macOS, and Linux), units are powered by two instead of 10, which means:
1 TB/s = 210 Gigabytes/s = 1,024 GB/s1 TB/s = 8 × 210 Gigabits/s = 8,192 Gbps1 TB/s = 240 bytes/s = 1,099,511,627,776 B/s1 TB/s = 8 × 1,099,511,627,776 = 8,796,093,022,208 bps
To avoid this confusion, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) introduced new prefixes for the binary system.
The table below lists all binary prefixes, their symbols, and multipliers for the byte unit.
So, instead of using Terabyte per second (TB/s), you can use Tebibyte per second (TiB/s or TiBps) to refer to the binary system specifically:
1 TiB/s = 210 Gibibytes/s = 1,024 GiB/s1 TiB/s = 8 × 210 Gigabits/s = 8,192 Gbps1 TiB/s = 240 bytes/s = 1,099,511,627,776 B/s1 TiB/s = 8 × 1,099,511,627,776 = 8,796,093,022,208 bps
You now know how to convert data transfer rate from gigabits per second (Gbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s). You can quickly use our calculator to convert between the rate units to save time for future calculations.
For further understanding, check our data storage converter page to learn more about the differences between decimal and binary units of data storage.
