Digital Storage Converter
Convert between bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, terabytes, and petabytes. Using binary (base-1024) calculations for accurate file size conversions.
Quick conversions:
1 Gigabyte =
Storage Unit Reference
Binary (Base 1024)
- 1 KB (Kilobyte)1,024 B
- 1 MB (Megabyte)1,024 KB
- 1 GB (Gigabyte)1,024 MB
- 1 TB (Terabyte)1,024 GB
- 1 PB (Petabyte)1,024 TB
Common File Sizes
- Text document~10-50 KB
- MP3 song (3 min)~3-5 MB
- HD photo~2-8 MB
- HD movie (2 hr)~4-8 GB
- 4K movie (2 hr)~15-30 GB
Storage Device Capacities
FAQs
How many MB are in a GB?▼
In binary (computer storage), 1 GB equals 1,024 MB. In decimal (marketing), 1 GB equals 1,000 MB. This converter uses binary calculations for accurate file size conversions.
Why does my 1TB drive show less capacity?▼
Hard drive manufacturers use decimal (1 TB = 1,000 GB), while operating systems use binary (1 TB = 1,024 GB). A "1 TB" drive shows approximately 931 GB in your OS.
What is the difference between KB and KiB?▼
KB (Kilobyte) traditionally means 1,024 bytes in computing. KiB (Kibibyte) is the IEC standard for exactly 1,024 bytes. Marketing often uses KB to mean 1,000 bytes.
How many photos can fit in 1 GB?▼
Approximately 250-500 photos at typical smartphone resolution (2-4 MB each), or about 125-200 high-resolution DSLR photos (5-8 MB each).