How do I convert KB/s to bps?

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What is the formula for KB/s to bps?

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

When should I use KB/s vs bps?

KB/s and bps 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 bps

Use the live converter below to translate between Kilobytes per second (KB/s) and Bits per second (bps). 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 → bps

Kilobytes per second

KB/s

Bits per second

8,000

bps

Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 KB/s = 8,000 bps

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 bps quick table

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Kilobytes per second (KB/s)	Bits per second (bps)
0.25 KB/s	2,000 bps
0.5 KB/s	4,000 bps
1 KB/s	8,000 bps
2 KB/s	16,000 bps
5 KB/s	40,000 bps
10 KB/s	80,000 bps
25 KB/s	200,000 bps
100 KB/s	800,000 bps

bps back to KB/s

Keep the reciprocal handy when double-checking calculations or undoing a conversion.

Bits per second (bps)	Kilobytes per second (KB/s)
0.25 bps	0 KB/s
0.5 bps	0.0001 KB/s
1 bps	0.0001 KB/s
2 bps	0.0003 KB/s
5 bps	0.0006 KB/s
10 bps	0.0013 KB/s
25 bps	0.0031 KB/s
100 bps	0.0125 KB/s

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