How do I convert KB/s to Kbps?

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What is the formula for KB/s to Kbps?

The converter calculates Kbps by applying the category-specific conversion factor for Data Transfer Rate.

When should I use KB/s vs Kbps?

KB/s and Kbps are both part of the Data Transfer Rate category; pick the unit that matches your measurement context (e.g., scale, region, or industry standard).

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Convert KB/s to Kbps

Use the live converter below to translate between Kilobytes per second (KB/s) and Kilobits per second (Kbps). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.

Formula insight: When converting between bits (b) and bytes (B), remember that 1 byte = 8 bits.

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KB/s → Kbps

Kilobytes per second

KB/s

Kilobits per second

Kbps

Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 KB/s = 8 Kbps

Conversion sourcesTap or click to view references

IEC 80000-13:2008, Quantities and units - Part 13: Information science and technology
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Defines the bit, byte, and the decimal SI prefixes (kilo = 10^3, mega = 10^6, etc.) as well as binary multiples, which underpin the storage capacity and data rate conversions. View source

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KB/s to Kbps quick table

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Kilobytes per second (KB/s)	Kilobits per second (Kbps)
0.25 KB/s	2 Kbps
0.5 KB/s	4 Kbps
1 KB/s	8 Kbps
2 KB/s	16 Kbps
5 KB/s	40 Kbps
10 KB/s	80 Kbps
25 KB/s	200 Kbps
100 KB/s	800 Kbps

Kbps back to KB/s

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Kilobits per second (Kbps)	Kilobytes per second (KB/s)
0.25 Kbps	0.0313 KB/s
0.5 Kbps	0.0625 KB/s
1 Kbps	0.125 KB/s
2 Kbps	0.25 KB/s
5 Kbps	0.625 KB/s
10 Kbps	1.25 KB/s
25 Kbps	3.125 KB/s
100 Kbps	12.5 KB/s

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