How to convert kilobytes per second to kilobits per second
kbit/s = kB/s × 8
Example: 5 kB/s × 8 = 40 kbit/s
Kilobytes per Second to Kilobits per Second table
| Kilobytes per Second (kB/s) | Kilobits per Second (kbit/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 kB/s | 4 kbit/s |
| 1 kB/s | 8 kbit/s |
| 2 kB/s | 16 kbit/s |
| 3 kB/s | 24 kbit/s |
| 4 kB/s | 32 kbit/s |
| 5 kB/s | 40 kbit/s |
| 6 kB/s | 48 kbit/s |
| 7 kB/s | 56 kbit/s |
| 8 kB/s | 64 kbit/s |
| 9 kB/s | 72 kbit/s |
| 10 kB/s | 80 kbit/s |
| 15 kB/s | 120 kbit/s |
| 20 kB/s | 160 kbit/s |
| 25 kB/s | 200 kbit/s |
| 30 kB/s | 240 kbit/s |
| 40 kB/s | 320 kbit/s |
| 50 kB/s | 400 kbit/s |
| 75 kB/s | 600 kbit/s |
| 100 kB/s | 800 kbit/s |
| 250 kB/s | 2,000 kbit/s |
| 500 kB/s | 4,000 kbit/s |
| 1,000 kB/s | 8,000 kbit/s |
About these units
Kilobytes per Second (kB/s): Kilobytes per second (kB/s) is 1,000 bytes per second, often shown for slower downloads.
Kilobits per Second (kbit/s): Kilobits per second (kbps) is 1,000 bits per second, used for audio bitrates and slow connections.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilobits per second are in 1 kilobyte per second?
1 kilobyte per second (kB/s) equals 8 kilobits per second (kbit/s).
How do I convert kB/s to kbit/s?
Multiply the value in kilobytes per second by 8. For example, 5 kB/s × 8 = 40 kbit/s.
How do I convert kilobits per second back to kilobytes per second?
Multiply by 0.125 (or divide by 8). 1 kbit/s = 0.125 kB/s.
What does kB/s mean?
Kilobytes per second (kB/s) is 1,000 bytes per second, often shown for slower downloads.
Conversion factors come from exact international definitions (NIST SP 811, BIPM) where they exist. Results show up to 10 significant digits. Need every data transfer rate unit at once? Use the Internet Speed Converter.