megabit to kilobit
Convert megabit (Mbit) to kilobit (kbit). Use an editable data storage converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 Mbit = 1,000 kbit
Conversion formula
One megabit equals 1,000 kilobit. Multiply your value in megabit by this factor to get kilobit. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 megabit:5 × 1,000 = 5,000 kbit
Conversion table
| megabit (Mbit) | kilobit (kbit) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 10 |
| 0.1 | 100 |
| 1 | 1,000 |
| 2 | 2,000 |
| 5 | 5,000 |
| 10 | 10,000 |
| 25 | 25,000 |
| 50 | 50,000 |
| 100 | 100,000 |
| 1000 | 1,000,000 |
About these measurements
Data storage expresses a number of bits or bytes.
The base reference used here is the byte. One megabit is 125,000 base units; one kilobit is 125 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 Mbit to kbit?
Multiply the quantity in Mbit by 1,000. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the kilobit to megabit 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.
