byte to bit
Live byte (B) to bit (b) converter. Plus a 10-value reference table and FAQs.
Conversion table
Ten sample values from byte to bit. Use the converter above for arbitrary values.
| byte (B) | → | bit (b) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 B | → | 0.008 b |
| 0.01 B | → | 0.08 b |
| 0.1 B | → | 0.8 b |
| 0.5 B | → | 4 b |
| 1 B | → | 8 b |
| 2 B | → | 16 b |
| 5 B | → | 40 b |
| 10 B | → | 80 b |
| 100 B | → | 800 b |
| 1,000 B | → | 8,000 b |
About the byte
8 bits. Standard unit of digital storage.
About the bit
One binary digit — 1/8 byte. Networking.
How byte to bit conversion works
Both units belong to Data. Unitbox first expresses the input in the category reference unit (B), then expresses that same quantity in bit.
Check whether a value uses decimal prefixes such as KB or binary prefixes such as KiB before comparing storage or memory figures.
Unit definitions and conversion factors are maintained in the Unitbox methodology. Last reviewed with the current conversion dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert byte to bit?
Multiply the byte value by 8 to get it in bit. For example, 10 B = 80 b.
What is 1 B in b?
1 B = 8 b.
What is 100 B in b?
100 B = 800 b.
What is the formula?
Linear: multiply by 8 (the unit factor ratio).
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