Convert Bits to Bytes
1 bit = 0.125 B. Enter any value below.
Converted to every unit
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Bits to Bytes formula
B = bit × 0.125
A bit is the smallest unit of digital data, a single 0 or 1. A byte is 8 bits — enough to store one basic character.
Worked example
To convert 5 bit, multiply by 0.125: 5 bit × 0.125 = 0.625 B.
Bits to Bytes conversion table
| Bits | Bytes |
|---|---|
| 1 bit | 0.125 B |
| 2 bit | 0.25 B |
| 3 bit | 0.375 B |
| 4 bit | 0.5 B |
| 5 bit | 0.625 B |
| 6 bit | 0.75 B |
| 7 bit | 0.875 B |
| 8 bit | 1 B |
| 9 bit | 1.125 B |
| 10 bit | 1.25 B |
| 12 bit | 1.5 B |
| 15 bit | 1.875 B |
| 20 bit | 2.5 B |
| 25 bit | 3.125 B |
| 30 bit | 3.75 B |
| 40 bit | 5 B |
| 50 bit | 6.25 B |
| 75 bit | 9.375 B |
| 100 bit | 12.5 B |
| 250 bit | 31.25 B |
| 500 bit | 62.5 B |
| 1,000 bit | 125 B |
Frequently asked questions
How many bytes are in a bit?
1 bit equals 0.125 B.
How do I convert bits to bytes?
Use the formula B = bit × 0.125. For example, 5 bit = 0.625 B.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Uses exact, internationally defined conversion factors.