Gigabit digital storage unit.
Gigabits to GiBs Converter — Gb to GiB
Convert Gigabit (Gb) to GiB (GiB) using the exact conversion factor (1 gigabit = 0.1164153218 gib). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, history, and common uses.
Gigabits to GiBs converter
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GiB digital storage unit.
Result = input x 1e+9 / 8.58993459e+9.
Digital storage uses bits as the base unit.
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About Converting Gigabits to GiBs
Gigabit and GiB are everyday digital-storage units, used for everything from file sizes and app downloads to storage device capacity and mobile data allowances. Gigabit is most often used for gigabit fiber internet service advertising.
Formula
gibs = gigabits × 0.116415321827
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 gigabit equals 1000000000 base units, and 1 gib equals 8589934592 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct gigabit-to-gib factor of 0.116415321827.
Simple example
1 Gb × 0.1164153218 = 0.1164153218 GiB
1 gigabit = 0.1164153218 gibs.
Real-world example
500 Gb × 0.1164153218 = 58.20766091 GiB
500 gigabits = 58.20766091 gibs.
Conversion table
| Gigabit (Gb) | GiB (GiB) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gb | 0.1164153218 GiB |
| 8 Gb | 0.9313225746 GiB |
| 16 Gb | 1.862645149 GiB |
| 64 Gb | 7.450580597 GiB |
| 256 Gb | 29.80232239 GiB |
| 1,000 Gb | 116.4153218 GiB |
Reverse conversion: GiB to Gigabit
0.1164153218 GiB × 8.589934592 = 0.9999999998 Gb
0.1164153218 gibs = 0.9999999998 gigabits.
gigabits = gibs × 8.589934592
For a page dedicated to this direction, see GiB to Gigabit.
Understanding the Gigabit
Gigabit (Gb) measures digital storage/transfer. A gigabit is 1,000 megabits (125 megabytes) under the decimal convention used for network speeds. It is classified as a Decimal (SI-prefixed) digital unit.
Where it's used: Used worldwide for high-speed network ratings (fiber internet, data centers)
Uses of the Gigabit today
- Gigabit fiber internet service advertising
- Data center and enterprise network bandwidth
History of the Gigabit
As internet speeds crossed the 1,000 Mbps threshold with fiber-optic and enterprise networking, 'gigabit' became the standard marketing term for these connections, following the same bits-per-second convention established for slower network speeds.
Historical origin. Gigabit was not the invention of a single named person; it developed through the process described above.
Understanding the GiB (GiB)
GiB digital storage unit.
Gigabit — sources
- IEC 80000-13 — Defines bit-based units distinct from byte-based units.
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Frequently asked questions
How many gibs are in 1 gigabit?
1 gigabit equals 0.1164153218 gibs, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert gigabit to gib?
Multiply the gigabit value by 0.1164153218. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert gib back to gigabit?
Use the reverse factor: 1 gib equals 8.589934592 gigabits. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a gigabit?
Gigabit (Gb) measures digital storage/transfer. A gigabit is 1,000 megabits (125 megabytes) under the decimal convention used for network speeds. It is classified as a Decimal (SI-prefixed) digital unit.
What is a gib?
GiB (GiB) is a unit of digital storage.
Is the gigabit to gib conversion exact?
Yes. Both gigabit and gib are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.1164153218 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.
Where is the gigabit still used today?
Used worldwide for high-speed network ratings (fiber internet, data centers)