gigabyte to gigabit
Convert gigabyte (GB) to gigabit (Gbit). Use an editable data storage converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 GB = 8 Gbit
Conversion formula
One gigabyte equals 8 gigabit. Multiply your value in gigabyte by this factor to get gigabit. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 gigabyte:5 × 8 = 40 Gbit
Conversion table
| gigabyte (GB) | gigabit (Gbit) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.08 |
| 0.1 | 0.8 |
| 1 | 8 |
| 2 | 16 |
| 5 | 40 |
| 10 | 80 |
| 25 | 200 |
| 50 | 400 |
| 100 | 800 |
| 1000 | 8,000 |
About these measurements
Data storage expresses a number of bits or bytes.
The base reference used here is the byte. One gigabyte is 1,000,000,000 base units; one gigabit is 125,000,000 base units.
Important distinctions
Decimal prefixes use powers of 1,000; binary prefixes use powers of 1,024. One byte is eight bits.
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert GB to Gbit?
Multiply the quantity in GB by 8. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the gigabit to gigabyte converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
