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Convert bits to bytes

Convert bits (bit) to bytes (B). 1 bit = 0.125 B, and 1 B = 8 bit.

8 bit = 1 B

Bits to Bytes formula

B = bit ÷ 8

Divide the number of bits by 8.

Example: To convert 8 bit to bytes: 8 ÷ 8 = 1 B.

Quick answers

What is 8 bit in bytes?
8 bit = 1 B
What is 64 bit in bytes?
64 bit = 8 B

Bits to Bytes conversion table

Bytes to Bits table
bits (bit)bytes (B)
1 bit0.125 B
8 bit1 B
16 bit2 B
32 bit4 B
64 bit8 B
128 bit16 B
256 bit32 B
512 bit64 B
1,024 bit128 B

Frequently asked questions

How many bits are in a byte?

There are 8 bits in a byte (1 B = 8 bit), so 1 bit = 0.125 B.

How do I convert bits to bytes?

Divide the number of bits by 8. To convert 8 bit to bytes: 8 ÷ 8 = 1 B.

Is the Bits to Bytes conversion exact?

Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so 1 bit is exactly 0.125 bytes. Results on this page are rounded to six significant digits; pick more decimals in the converter if you need them.

What is 8 bit in bytes?

8 bit = 1 B.

How do I convert bytes back to bits?

Use the reverse relationship: 1 B = 8 bit. The Bytes to Bits page has a converter and a full table.

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