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1 bytes to bits

Convert bytes to bits instantly with this free bytes to bits converter. Enter any value to get an accurate data storage conversion, plus the formula, the conversion factor and a full reference table.

What is 1 byte in bits?

1 byte is equal to exactly 8 bits.

1 × 8 = 8 bits

Result8

1 byte = 8 bits

Bytes to Bits formula

b = B × 8

The bytes to bits conversion factor is 8, which is exact by definition. 1 byte = 8 bits, and 1 bit = 0.125 bytes.

Worked examples

  • 2 bytes = 16 bits2 × 8 = 16 bits
  • 32 bytes = 256 bits32 × 8 = 256 bits
  • 256 bytes = 2,048 bits256 × 8 = 2,048 bits

Bytes to Bits conversion table

Every value below is calculated with the exact conversion factor and rounded for display.

bytes to bits conversion table
Bytes (B)Bits (b)
1 B8 b
2 B16 b
4 B32 b
8 B64 b
16 B128 b
32 B256 b
64 B512 b
100 B800 b
128 B1,024 b
256 B2,048 b
512 B4,096 b
1,000 B8,000 b
1,024 B8,192 b
2,048 B16,384 b

Common bytes values

Frequently asked questions

What is 1 byte in bits?
1 byte is equal to 8 bits.
How many bytes are in one bit?
There are 0.125 bytes in 1 bit.
How do you convert bytes to bits?
Multiply the number of bytes by 8 — or use the formula b = B × 8.
What is 32 bytes in bits?
32 bytes is 256 bits. 32 × 8 = 256 bits.
Is the bytes to bits conversion exact?
Yes. The relationship is fixed by definition, so 8 is an exact conversion factor — only the displayed result is rounded.