Convert Kibibytes to Bytes
1 KiB = 1024 B
Conversion Table
| kibibytes (KiB) | bytes (B) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 512 |
| 1 | 1024 |
| 2 | 2048 |
| 5 | 5120 |
| 10 | 10240 |
| 25 | 25600 |
| 50 | 51200 |
| 100 | 102400 |
| 250 | 256000 |
| 500 | 512000 |
| 1000 | 1024000 |
How to Convert kibibytes to bytes
To convert kibibytes to bytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 KiB = 10240 B
About kibibytes and bytes
The Conversion Formula
To convert kibibytes to bytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 KiB = 1024 B. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 KiB to bytes: 25 × 1024 = 25600 B. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 1024, or equivalently multiply by 0.000976563.
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 bytes
The Byte (B) is the fundamental unit of digital storage. Historically, it was the number of bits needed to encode one character of text (8 bits). Everything from text files to 8K video is ultimately just a massive pile of Bytes. bytes are commonly used in File sizes, Disk capacity, RAM size, and Programming data types.
The word 'Hello' takes up 5 Bytes.
When Would You Convert kibibytes to bytes?
Converting between kibibytes and bytes 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 = 1024 B) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.