bps to kbps Converter

Enter a value in bps and instantly see the equivalent in kbps (1 kbps = 1,000 bps).

bps to kbps

kbps to bps

Common bps / kbps Reference

Connection type bps kbps
Serial (9600 baud) 9,600 9.6
Old dial-up modem (56k) 56,000 56
ISDN BRI (1 channel) 64,000 64
Basic DSL 512,000 512
1 Mbps broadband 1,000,000 1,000
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Summary

Enter a value in bps and instantly see the equivalent in kbps (1 kbps = 1,000 bps).

How it works

  1. Type a value in bits per second (bps) into the input field.
  2. The converter divides your value by 1,000 to produce kilobits per second.
  3. The result updates instantly as you type — no button required.
  4. Use the reverse field to convert kbps back to bps.
  5. Copy either result to your clipboard with the copy button.

Use cases

  • Convert a modem or DSL speed from bps to the more readable kbps unit.
  • Verify network interface throughput figures from monitoring tools.
  • Compare raw bitrate specs listed in bps with bandwidth plans quoted in kbps.
  • Translate hardware datasheet data rates into familiar kbps values.
  • Check serial communication speeds (e.g. 9600 bps = 9.6 kbps).

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 2026-07-22 · Reviewed by Nham Vu