Mebibit to Megabit Converter
Convert mebibits to megabits with our free online data storage converter.
Quick Answer
1 Mebibit = 1.048576 megabits
Formula: Mebibit × conversion factor = Megabit
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How to Convert Mebibit to Megabit: Step-by-Step Guide
Converting Mebibit to Megabit involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Mebibit = 1.04858 megabitsExample Calculation:
Convert 10 mebibits: 10 × 1.04858 = 10.4858 megabits
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View all Data Storage conversions →What is a Mebibit and a Megabit?
A mebibit (Mib) is a unit of digital information equal to 220 bits, which is exactly 1,048,576 bits. It uses the binary prefix 'mebi-' established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The mebibit is closely related to the megabit (Mb), which is defined using the decimal prefix 'mega-' (106 or 1,000,000 bits).
A megabit (Mb or Mbit) is a multiple of the bit unit for digital information or computer storage. The prefix mega- (symbol M) is defined in the International System of Units (SI) as a multiplier of 106 (1 million). Therefore, 1 megabit = 1,000,000 bits (or 1000 kilobits).
Note: The Mebibit is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Megabit belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Mebibit and Megabit
The prefix 'mebi-' (representing 220) was defined by the IEC in 1998 along with other binary prefixes (kibi-, gibi-, tebi-, etc.). This standardization aimed to eliminate the confusion caused by using SI prefixes (like kilo-, mega-, giga-) to denote both powers of 1000 (decimal) and powers of 1024 (binary) in computing contexts. The term 'mebibit' specifically refers to the 220 multiple of bits.
As data transfer speeds increased beyond the kilobit range, the megabit became a common unit, particularly in networking and telecommunications. Like the kilobit, it generally adheres to the SI standard (106 bits) rather than the binary interpretation sometimes used for bytes (which would be 220 bits, correctly termed a mebibit). The introduction of binary prefixes like 'mebi-' aimed to resolve this potential ambiguity.
Common Uses and Applications: mebibits vs megabits
Explore the typical applications for both Mebibit (imperial/US) and Megabit (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for mebibits
While less common in everyday usage than the megabit (Mb) – often used for network speeds (Mbps) – the mebibit is important where binary precision for bit quantities is required:
- Specifying memory chip capacities or data bus widths in technical documentation where sizes are based on powers of 2.
- Internal calculations within data communication protocols, hardware design, or software that operate on binary multiples.
- Theoretical calculations in computer science, information theory, and data transmission analysis.
- Ensuring accuracy when comparing binary (Mib) and decimal (Mb) data quantities, especially in storage and memory contexts.
When to Use megabits
- Measuring data transfer rates (e.g., internet connection speeds in Mbps - megabits per second).
- Quantifying network bandwidth.
- Specifying the capacity of older storage media or certain types of memory chips.
- Video and audio bitrates (e.g., streaming quality often measured in Mbps).
Additional Unit Information
About Mebibit (Mib)
How many bits are in a mebibit?
There are exactly 220 bits in 1 mebibit (Mib). This equals 1,048,576 bits.
How many kibibits (Kib) are in a mebibit (Mib)?
There are 1,024 kibibits (Kib) in 1 mebibit (Mib). This is because 1 Mib = 220 bits and 1 Kib = 210 bits, and 220 / 210 = 210 = 1,024.
What is the difference between a mebibit (Mib) and a megabit (Mb)?
A mebibit (Mib) represents 220 bits (1,048,576 bits), using the binary prefix 'mebi-'. A megabit (Mb) represents 106 bits (1,000,000 bits), using the decimal prefix 'mega-'. A mebibit is approximately 4.86% larger than a megabit (1 Mib ≈ 1.0486 Mb).
What is the difference between a mebibit (Mib) and a mebibyte (MiB)?
A mebibit (Mib) measures information in bits, while a mebibyte (MiB) measures information in bytes. Assuming the standard 1 byte = 8 bits, 1 mebibyte (MiB) is equal to 8 mebibits (Mib). Both use the binary prefix 'mebi-' (220).
About Megabit (Mb)
How many bits are in a megabit?
There are exactly 1,000,000 bits (or 106 bits) in 1 megabit (Mb), based on the standard SI definition of the prefix 'mega-'.
What is the difference between a megabit (Mb) and a megabyte (MB)?
- A megabit (Mb) measures bits and equals 1,000,000 bits. It's often used for data transfer rates.
- A megabyte (MB) measures bytes. According to SI standards, it equals 1,000,000 bytes. (Note: Historically, MB was sometimes used informally for 1,048,576 bytes, which is correctly termed a mebibyte (MiB)).
Since 1 byte = 8 bits, 1 megabyte (1,000,000 bytes) is equal to 8,000,000 bits. Therefore, a megabyte represents 8 times more data than a megabit.
What is the difference between a megabit (Mb) and a mebibit (Mib)?
- A megabit (Mb) uses the decimal SI prefix 'mega-' and equals 106 bits (1,000,000 bits).
- A mebibit (Mib) uses the binary IEC prefix 'mebi-' and equals 220 bits (1,048,576 bits).
A mebibit is approximately 4.86% larger than a megabit (1 Mib ≈ 1.0486 Mb). Using Mib provides clarity when specifically referring to 1,048,576 bits.
If my internet speed is 100 Mbps, how fast is that in MBps?
To convert Mbps (megabits per second) to MBps (megabytes per second), you divide by 8 (since 1 byte = 8 bits). So, 100 Mbps / 8 = 12.5 MBps. This means you can theoretically download 12.5 megabytes of data per second.
Conversion Table: Mebibit to Megabit
| Mebibit (Mib) | Megabit (Mb) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.524 |
| 1 | 1.049 |
| 1.5 | 1.573 |
| 2 | 2.097 |
| 5 | 5.243 |
| 10 | 10.486 |
| 25 | 26.214 |
| 50 | 52.429 |
| 100 | 104.858 |
| 250 | 262.144 |
| 500 | 524.288 |
| 1,000 | 1,048.576 |
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Learn more →What is the conversion factor from Mebibit to Megabit?
The conversion factor depends on the specific relationship between Mebibit and Megabit. You can find the exact conversion formula and factor on this page. Our calculator handles all calculations automatically. See the conversion table above for common values.
Can I convert Megabit back to Mebibit?
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Learn more →What are common uses for Mebibit and Megabit?
Mebibit and Megabit are both standard units used in data storage measurements. They are commonly used in various applications including engineering, construction, cooking, and scientific research. Browse our data storage converter for more conversion options.
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Verified Against Authority Standards
All conversion formulas have been verified against international standards and authoritative sources to ensure maximum accuracy and reliability.
International Electrotechnical Commission — Binary prefixes for digital storage (KiB, MiB, GiB)
International Organization for Standardization — International standards for quantities and units
Last verified: December 3, 2025