In this article, we’ll show you how to convert data transfer rates from kilobits per second (Kbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s). We will cover essential definitions, provide examples, share relevant formulas, and present tables, along with answers to common questions.
Definitions of Kbps and TB/s
Let’s get started by understanding the key definitions and differences between Kbps 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 colloquial.
What is Kilobits per second (Kbps)?
A kilobit per second (Kbps) is a unit of measurement for data transfer rates used when streaming or transferring data over the internet or network via a slow connection such as 2G mobile network, dial-up, or Digital Subscriber Line (DSL).
It is part of the International System of Units (SI)[1] and uses decimal multiples of bits (103). It has symbols or abbreviations such as Kbps, Kb/s, Kbit/s, or Kilobit/s.
One kilobit per second equals one thousand bits per second or 1,000 bps or 0.000000000125 TB/s (1,000 ÷ 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 ÷ 103 = 8,000,000,000 Kbps
Please refer to the FAQs section to find out when 1 TB/s = 8 × 230 = 8,589,934,592 Kbps.
Kbps 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.
Multiplication formula for converting data transfer rate (R) from Kbps to TB/s:
R(TB/s) = R(Kbps) × 0.000000000125
Or remember the Kbps-to-TBps conversion factor: 1 Kbps = 0.000000000125 TB/s or 1.25 × 10-10 or 1/8 × 10-9 TB/s.
Examples
Now, let's take a look at an example that illustrates the calculations required to convert from kilobits to terabytes per second (Kbps to TB/s).
Convert 4,000 Kbps to TB/s
Write down 4,000 Kbps and multiply it by the Kbps-to-TBps conversion factor: 0.000000000125 or 1/8 × 10-9 to get the rate value R in TB/s:
So, 4,000 kilobits per second is equal to 0.0000005 terabytes per second.
Alternatively, you can use our calculator by entering 4,000 into the Kbps box, and you instantly get the rate in TBps or TB/s, in this case, 0.0000005 TBps or 5×10-7 TBps or 5e-7 TBps.
Kbps to TB/s conversion table
The conversion table below provides a handy reference for converting data rates from kilobits per second (Kbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s). It covers a range from 0.1 Kbps to 1,000 Kbps, allowing for easy and quick conversions between these units of measurement.
| Kilobits per second | Terabytes per second |
|---|---|
| 0.1 Kbps | 1.25E-11 TB/s |
| 0.5 Kbps | 6.25E-11 TB/s |
| 1 Kbps | 0.000000000125 TB/s |
| 2 Kbps | 0.00000000025 TB/s |
| 4 Kbps | 0.0000000005 TB/s |
| 5 Kbps | 0.000000000625 TB/s |
| 10 Kbps | 0.00000000125 TB/s |
| 20 Kbps | 0.0000000025 TB/s |
| 30 Kbps | 0.00000000375 TB/s |
| 40 Kbps | 0.000000005 TB/s |
| 50 Kbps | 0.00000000625 TB/s |
| 60 Kbps | 0.0000000075 TB/s |
| 70 Kbps | 0.00000000875 TB/s |
| 80 Kbps | 0.00000001 TB/s |
| 90 Kbps | 0.00000001125 TB/s |
| 100 Kbps | 0.0000000125 TB/s |
| 200 Kbps | 0.000000025 TB/s |
| 500 Kbps | 0.0000000625 TB/s |
| 800 Kbps | 0.0000001 TB/s |
| 1000 Kbps | 0.000000125 TB/s |
FAQs
Is 1 Kbps or 1 TB/s faster?
A terabyte per second (TB/s) is eight trillion times faster than a kilobit per second (Kbps). A bit per second (bps) is the smallest unit for measuring data transfer rates. Here are the relationships between the units.
1 Kbps = 1 × 103 bps = 1,000 bps1 TB/s = 8 Tbps = 8,000,000,000 Kbps1 TB/s = 8,000,000,000 × 103 bps = 8,000,000,000,000 bps1 Kbps = 1,000 ÷ 8,000,000,000,000 = 0.000000000125 TB/s
How to convert from Kbps to TB/s?
To convert a data transfer rate from kilobits per second (Kbps) to terabytes per second (TB/s), follow the simple steps below:
- Write down the rate value in
kilobits per second (Kbps). - Multiply it by the value of a
Kbps-to-TBpsconversion factor:0.000000000125or1/8 × 10-9. - 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 = 230 Kilobytes/s = 1,073,741,824 KB/s1 TB/s = 1,073,741,824 KB/s × 8 bits/s = 8,589,934,592 Kbps
To avoid this confusion, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)[2] 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 = 230 Kibibytes/s = 1,073,741,824 KiB/s1 TiB/s = 1,073,741,824 KiB/s × 8 bits/s = 8,589,934,592 Kbps
You now know how to convert data transfer rate from kilobits per second (Kbps) 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.
