Convert Kibibytes to Kilobytes
1 KiB = 1.024 KB
Conversion Table
| kibibytes (KiB) | kilobytes (KB) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.512 |
| 1 | 1.024 |
| 2 | 2.048 |
| 5 | 5.12 |
| 10 | 10.24 |
| 25 | 25.6 |
| 50 | 51.2 |
| 100 | 102.4 |
| 250 | 256 |
| 500 | 512 |
| 1000 | 1024 |
How to Convert kibibytes to kilobytes
To convert kibibytes to kilobytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 KiB = 10.24 KB
About kibibytes and kilobytes
The Conversion Formula
To convert kibibytes to kilobytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 KiB = 1.024 KB. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 KiB to kilobytes: 25 × 1.024 = 25.6 KB. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 1.024, or equivalently multiply by 0.976563.
About kibibytes
The Kibibyte (KiB) was created to solve the '1000 vs 1024' problem. While 1 KB is 1000 bytes, 1 KiB is exactly 1024 bytes. This is the unit your computer actually uses in its RAM and cache. kibibytes are commonly used in RAM specifications, CPU cache, Linux file systems, and Technical specs.
1 KiB is 2.4% larger than 1 KB.
About kilobytes
The Kilobyte (KB) was the first multiple of the byte. In the early days of computing, 64 KB of RAM was considered a luxury (Commodore 64). Today, KB is used mainly for very small text files and icons. kilobytes are commonly used in Text documents, Small icons, Emails (text only), and Configuration files.
A standard page of plain text is about 2 KB.
When Would You Convert kibibytes to kilobytes?
Converting between kibibytes and kilobytes is one of the most common digital storage conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 KiB = 1.024 KB) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.