kbps to bps Converter
Enter a value in kbps and instantly see the equivalent in bps (1 kbps = 1,000 bps).
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Common kbps / bps Reference
| Connection type | kbps | bps |
|---|---|---|
| Serial (9600 baud) | 9.6 | 9,600 |
| Old dial-up modem (56k) | 56 | 56,000 |
| MP3 audio (128 kbps) | 128 | 128,000 |
| Basic DSL (512 kbps) | 512 | 512,000 |
| 1 Mbps broadband | 1,000 | 1,000,000 |
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Summary
Enter a value in kbps and instantly see the equivalent in bps (1 kbps = 1,000 bps).
How it works
- Type a value in kilobits per second (kbps) into the input field.
- The converter multiplies your value by 1,000 to produce bits per second.
- The result updates instantly as you type — no button required.
- Use the reverse field to convert bps back to kbps.
- Copy either result to your clipboard with the copy button.
Use cases
- Convert a DSL or modem speed from kbps to bps for low-level configuration.
- Verify serial communication speeds listed in kbps against hardware specs in bps.
- Compare bandwidth figures when one source uses kbps and another uses bps.
- Translate network monitoring tool output (kbps) into raw bps for calculations.
- Check audio streaming bitrates — e.g. 128 kbps = 128,000 bps.
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Last updated: 2026-07-23 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu