Kilobits per second (Kbps) and megabits per second (Mbps) are units for measuring data transfer rates, often called bandwidth or data rates. These units indicate the speed at which data travels between two points within a network or communication system.
How to convert from Kbps to Mbps?
To convert a data transfer rate from kilobits per second (Kbps) to megabits per second (Mbps), follow the simple steps below:
- Write down the rate value in
kilobits per second (Kbps). - Multiply it by the value of a
Kbps-to-Mbpsconversion factor:0.001. - The result from multiplication is the value of the transfer rate in
megabits per second (Mbps).
Kbps to Mbps 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 Kbps to Mbps: n Mbps = n Kbps ÷ 1000
Decimal formula: Mpbs = Kbps × 0.001
Scientific notion formula: Mbps = Kbps × 10-3
Or remember the Kbps-to-Mbps conversion factor: 1 Kbps = 0.001 Mbps
Examples
Now, let's take a look at an example that illustrates the calculations required to convert from megabit to gigabit per second (Mbps to Gbps).
Convert 512 Kbps to Mbps?
Write down 512 Kbps and multiply it by the Kbps-to-Mbps conversion factor: 0.001 or 10-3 to get Mbps:
So, 512 kilobits per second is equal to 0.512 megabits per second.
Alternatively, you can use our calculator by entering 512 into the Kbps box, and you instantly get the rate in Mbps, in this case, 0.512 Mbps.
Kbps to Mbps conversion table
Here is a conversion table from Kbit/s (Kbps) to Mbit/s (Mbps) valued from 1 to 1,000. Use the table for a quick reference and remember it for everyday use.
| Megabits per second | Gigabits per second |
|---|---|
| 1 Kbps | 0.001 Mbps |
| 2 Kbps | 0.002 Mbps |
| 3 Kbps | 0.003 Mbps |
| 4 Kbps | 0.004 Mbps |
| 5 Kbps | 0.005 Mbps |
| 6 Kbps | 0.006 Mbps |
| 7 Kbps | 0.007 Mbps |
| 8 Kbps | 0.008 Mbps |
| 9 Kbps | 0.009 Mbps |
| 10 Kbps | 0.01 Mbps |
| 20 Kbps | 0.02 Mbps |
| 30 Kbps | 0.03 Mbps |
| 40 Kbps | 0.04 Mbps |
| 50 Kbps | 0.05 Mbps |
| 60 Kbps | 0.06 Mbps |
| 70 Kbps | 0.07 Mbps |
| 80 Kbps | 0.08 Mbps |
| 90 Kbps | 0.09 Mbps |
| 100 Kbps | 0.1 Mbps |
| 200 Kbps | 0.2 Mbps |
| 300 Kbps | 0.3 Mbps |
| 400 Kbps | 0.4 Mbps |
| 500 Kbps | 0.5 Mbps |
| 600 Kbps | 0.6 Mbps |
| 700 Kbps | 0.7 Mbps |
| 800 Kbps | 0.8 Mbps |
| 900 Kbps | 0.9 Mbps |
| 1,000 Kbps | 1 Mbps |
FAQs
What is the differece between Mbps and Gbps?
The main difference between Kbps and Mbps is their scale: a 1 Kbps connection has 1,000 times less capacity compared to a M Gbps connection. Both of these units measure bandwidth, which reflects the volume of data that can be sent through a medium each second.
Kbps typically describes dial-up and DSL internet connection speeds which is a form of Internet access that uses the facilities of the public switched telephone network (PSTN) to establish a connection to an Internet service provider (ISP). While Mbps refers to today standard cable or fiber optics internet connections that can reach up to 1,000 Mbps or beyond.
You can find Mbps on network equipment, such as routers and switches, which come in various rates, including 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps. For Kbps you can find on older DSL modem[1] that uses standard subscriber telephone line to connect to the internet company.
What is the differece between Kbps and KBps?
Kbps and KBps refer to different ways of measuring data transfer speeds. Kbps (Kbit/s), or kilobits per second, describes how quickly information moves over a network. On the other hand, KBps (Kbyte/s), which stands for kilobytes per second, measures the actual data volume being transferred.
It's useful to know that one byte equals eight bits, meaning that 1 KBps equals 8 Kbps. Recognizing this difference can help you better understand and compare internet speeds and data transfer rates.
