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Data Storage Converter

Compare SI decimal units with IEC binary units without confusing KB and KiB.

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Data Storage Converter formula

1 KB = 1,000 bytes. 1 KiB = 1,024 bytes. All conversions pass through bytes.

Worked example

1 GiB equals 1,073,741,824 bytes and about 1.073741824 GB.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter a value and source unit.
  2. Choose an output unit.
  3. Review the selected and all-unit conversions.

Important assumptions and limitations

Very large decimal inputs are limited by browser number precision and are formatted for readability.

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Frequently asked questions

Is MB the same as MiB?

No. MB is decimal; MiB is binary.

Why do operating systems show different sizes?

Some interfaces label binary quantities using decimal unit names.