Mebibyte to Tebibit Converter
Convert mebibytes to tebibits with our free online data storage converter.
Quick Answer
1 Mebibyte = 0.00000763 tebibits
Formula: Mebibyte × conversion factor = Tebibit
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Mebibyte to Tebibit Calculator
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How to Convert Mebibyte to Tebibit: Step-by-Step Guide
Converting Mebibyte to Tebibit involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Mebibyte = 7.6294e-6 tebibitsExample Calculation:
Convert 10 mebibytes: 10 × 7.6294e-6 = 7.6294e-5 tebibits
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View all Data Storage conversions →What is a Mebibyte and a Tebibit?
A mebibyte (MiB) is a unit of digital information storage equal to 220 bytes, which is exactly 1,048,576 bytes (or 10242 bytes). It uses the binary prefix 'mebi-' established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The mebibyte was created to provide an unambiguous measurement for byte multiples based on powers of 2, distinguishing it from the megabyte (MB), which is based on the decimal prefix 'mega-' (106 or 1,000,000 bytes).
A tebibit (Tib) is a unit of digital information equal to 240 bits, which is exactly 1,099,511,627,776 bits. It uses the binary prefix 'tebi-' established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The tebibit is closely related to the terabit (Tb), which is defined using the decimal prefix 'tera-' (1012 or 1,000,000,000,000 bits).
Note: The Mebibyte is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Tebibit belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Mebibyte and Tebibit
The prefix 'mebi-' (representing 220) was defined by the IEC in 1998 alongside other binary prefixes (kibi-, gibi-, tebi-, etc.). Before this standard, the SI prefix 'mega-' (M) was ambiguously used to represent both 1,000,000 (106, as per its SI definition) and 1,048,576 (220) in computing contexts. This led to confusion, especially when comparing storage capacities advertised by manufacturers (often using decimal prefixes) and memory sizes or file sizes reported by operating systems (often using binary interpretations). The introduction of the mebibyte (MiB) aimed to resolve this ambiguity by providing a specific term for 1,048,576 bytes.
The prefix 'tebi-' (representing 240) was defined by the IEC in 1998 along with other binary prefixes (kibi-, mebi-, gibi-, pebi-, etc.). This standardization aimed to eliminate the confusion caused by using SI prefixes (like kilo-, mega-, giga-, tera-) to denote both powers of 1000 (decimal) and powers of 1024 (binary) in computing contexts, which became particularly problematic for larger quantities like terabytes vs. tebibytes. The term 'tebibit' specifically refers to the 240 multiple of bits.
Common Uses and Applications: mebibytes vs tebibits
Explore the typical applications for both Mebibyte (imperial/US) and Tebibit (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for mebibytes
Mebibytes are used in contexts where precision based on powers of 2 is necessary:
- Precisely measuring computer memory (RAM) capacity, which is typically manufactured in powers-of-2 sizes.
- Reporting file sizes and disk space usage by operating systems (like Windows, macOS, Linux distributions) and file systems that adhere to IEC standards.
- Software development, technical documentation, and virtualization where exact binary multiples are crucial for calculations, specifications, or resource allocation.
- Cache sizes in CPUs and other hardware components.
When to Use tebibits
Tebibits are used in contexts dealing with large amounts of data where binary precision is important:
- Specifying the capacity of large memory modules (RAM), solid-state drives (SSDs), or storage systems in technical documentation where sizes are based on powers of 2 at the bit level.
- Calculations in computer architecture, data storage design, and network engineering involving large binary data structures.
- Theoretical calculations in computer science, information theory, and high-speed data transmission analysis.
- Ensuring accuracy when comparing binary (Tib) and decimal (Tb) data quantities, especially in storage capacity planning or analyzing network throughput versus actual data stored. While terabits (Tb) are common for network speeds (Tbps), tebibits provide precision for binary-based storage or memory calculations.
Additional Unit Information
About Mebibyte (MiB)
How many bytes are in a mebibyte (MiB)?
There are exactly 220 bytes in 1 mebibyte (MiB). This equals 1,048,576 bytes.
How many kibibytes (KiB) are in a mebibyte (MiB)?
There are 1,024 kibibytes (KiB) in 1 mebibyte (MiB). This follows the binary prefix system where 1 MiB = 220 bytes and 1 KiB = 210 bytes, and 220 / 210 = 210 = 1,024.
What is the difference between a mebibyte (MiB) and a megabyte (MB)?
A mebibyte (MiB) represents 220 bytes (1,048,576 bytes), using the IEC binary prefix 'mebi-'. A megabyte (MB) typically represents 106 bytes (1,000,000 bytes), using the SI decimal prefix 'mega-'. A mebibyte is approximately 4.86% larger than a megabyte (1 MiB ≈ 1.0486 MB). Use MiB for precision in binary contexts (like RAM, OS reporting) and MB for decimal contexts (like hard drive marketing, network speeds in some cases) or when the specific definition is clarified.
What is the difference between a mebibyte (MiB) and a mebibit (Mib)?
A mebibyte (MiB) measures information in bytes, while a mebibit (Mib) measures information in bits. Assuming the standard 1 byte = 8 bits, 1 mebibyte (MiB) is equal to 8 mebibits (Mib). Both use the binary prefix 'mebi-' (220).
Why is MiB used less often than MB in marketing?
Marketing materials (like hard drive capacities) often use the decimal prefix (MB, GB) because it results in a larger-looking number for capacity compared to the binary prefix (MiB, GiB) for the same amount of physical storage (e.g., 1,000,000,000 bytes is marketed as 1 GB, while an OS might report it as approximately 931 MiB, not GiB, because 1 GB is closer to 953.67 MiB, but OS often report GiB as GB). This discrepancy arises because 1 MB = 106 bytes, whereas 1 MiB = 220 bytes. Using decimal units allows manufacturers to advertise higher numbers.
About Tebibit (Tib)
How many bits are in a tebibit?
There are exactly 240 bits in 1 tebibit (Tib). This equals 1,099,511,627,776 bits.
How many gibibits (Gib) are in a tebibit (Tib)?
There are 1,024 gibibits (Gib) in 1 tebibit (Tib). This is because 1 Tib = 240 bits and 1 Gib = 230 bits, and 240 / 230 = 210 = 1,024.
What is the difference between a tebibit (Tib) and a terabit (Tb)?
- A tebibit (Tib) represents 240 bits (1,099,511,627,776 bits), using the binary prefix 'tebi-'.
- A terabit (Tb) represents 1012 bits (1,000,000,000,000 bits), using the decimal prefix 'tera-'. A tebibit is approximately 9.95% larger than a terabit (1 Tib ≈ 1.0995 Tb).
What is the difference between a tebibit (Tib) and a tebibyte (TiB)?
A tebibit (Tib) measures information in bits, while a tebibyte (TiB) measures information in bytes. Assuming the standard 1 byte = 8 bits, 1 tebibyte (TiB) is equal to 8 tebibits (Tib). Both use the binary prefix 'tebi-' (240).
Conversion Table: Mebibyte to Tebibit
| Mebibyte (MiB) | Tebibit (Tib) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0 |
| 1 | 0 |
| 1.5 | 0 |
| 2 | 0 |
| 5 | 0 |
| 10 | 0 |
| 25 | 0 |
| 50 | 0 |
| 100 | 0.001 |
| 250 | 0.002 |
| 500 | 0.004 |
| 1,000 | 0.008 |
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Learn more →What is the conversion factor from Mebibyte to Tebibit?
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Can I convert Tebibit back to Mebibyte?
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Learn more →What are common uses for Mebibyte and Tebibit?
Mebibyte and Tebibit 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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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