MB/s to Mbps Converter
Convert download speed from megabytes to megabits per second. Free, fast and easy to use.
How it works
Download managers and browsers often show speed in megabytes per second (MB/s), while internet plans are sold in megabits per second (Mbps). Multiply MB/s by 8 to get Mbps — 12.5 MB/s corresponds to a 100 Mbps connection.
Formula
Mbps = MB/s × 8
Worked examples
- 5 MB/s = 40 Mbps
- 50 MB/s = 400 Mbps
Calculations run locally in your browser. Results are for information only — for engineering, electrical or financial decisions, verify the assumptions and applicable standards.
Frequently asked questions
What internet speed do I need for 50 MB/s?
50 MB/s × 8 = 400 Mbps, so you need a connection of at least 400–500 Mbps.
Why is my download slower than my internet plan?
Plans are sold in megabits while downloads show megabytes, and protocol overhead takes another 5–10 %.
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Conversion table
| Speed (MB/s) | Speed |
|---|---|
| 1 MB/s | 8 Mbps |
| 2 MB/s | 16 Mbps |
| 5 MB/s | 40 Mbps |
| 10 MB/s | 80 Mbps |
| 12.5 MB/s | 100 Mbps |
| 20 MB/s | 160 Mbps |
| 25 MB/s | 200 Mbps |
| 50 MB/s | 400 Mbps |
| 100 MB/s | 800 Mbps |
| 125 MB/s | 1,000 Mbps |
| 250 MB/s | 2,000 Mbps |