How to convert bits to bytes
To convert bits to bytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor 0.125. To go the other way, multiply by 8 (or divide by 0.125).
Worked example: 500 bit to B
- Write the value: 500 bit
- Multiply by 0.125: 500 × 0.125
- Result: 62.5 B
Bit to Byte conversion table
Quick reference values, rounded to 6 significant digits.
| Bit (bit) | Byte (B) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 bit | 0.0125 B |
| 0.25 bit | 0.03125 B |
| 0.5 bit | 0.0625 B |
| 1 bit | 0.125 B |
| 2 bit | 0.25 B |
| 3 bit | 0.375 B |
| 4 bit | 0.5 B |
| 5 bit | 0.625 B |
| 6 bit | 0.75 B |
| 7 bit | 0.875 B |
| 8 bit | 1 B |
| 9 bit | 1.125 B |
| 10 bit | 1.25 B |
| 12 bit | 1.5 B |
| 15 bit | 1.875 B |
| 20 bit | 2.5 B |
| 25 bit | 3.125 B |
| 30 bit | 3.75 B |
| 40 bit | 5 B |
| 50 bit | 6.25 B |
| 75 bit | 9.375 B |
| 100 bit | 12.5 B |
| 250 bit | 31.25 B |
| 500 bit | 62.5 B |
| 1,000 bit | 125 B |
Byte to Bit
| B | bit |
|---|---|
| 1 B | 8 bit |
| 5 B | 40 bit |
| 10 B | 80 bit |
| 50 B | 400 bit |
| 100 B | 800 bit |
1 Bit in other data storage units
About Bit and Byte
What is a bit (bit)?
A bit is the smallest unit of digital data, either 0 or 1. Eight bits make one byte.
What is a byte (B)?
A byte is 8 bits and usually stores one character of text.
Binary vs decimal: this converter uses 1 KB = 1,024 bytes, which matches Windows, Android file managers and most upload forms. Storage manufacturers use 1 KB = 1,000 bytes, which is why a “128 GB” phone shows about 119 GB.
Where bit to byte conversion is used
Data storage conversions are needed for internet packages, file sizes, phone storage, upload limits on job and exam sites, and hard drives. Converting between bits and bytes is especially common when you compare products, read foreign specifications, or fill in forms that expect a specific unit.
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Frequently asked questions
How many bytes are in 1 bit?
1 Bit equals 0.125 B.
How do I convert bits to bytes?
Multiply the number of bits by 0.125. For example, 500 bit × 0.125 = 62.5 B.
What is 500 bit in B?
500 bit = 62.5 B.
How many bits are in 1 byte?
1 Byte equals 8 bit. Use the Bytes to Bits converter for the reverse direction.
Is this Bit to Byte converter accurate?
Yes. It uses exact internationally defined conversion factors, calculated with full floating-point precision. Results are displayed rounded for readability.