Download time calculator
Enter the file size and your connection speed.
Result
6 min 40 sEstimated time
- In seconds
- 400
Inputs
- File size
- 5
- Unit
- GB
- Connection speed
- 100
- Unit
- Mbit/s
How it is calculated
Time = size in bits ÷ speed in bits per second.
Result
Estimated time
- In seconds
- 400
How it is calculated
- Time = size in bits ÷ speed in bits per second.
- 1 byte = 8 bits; 1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes.
Example
5 GB at 100 Mbit/s: 40,000,000,000 bits ÷ 100,000,000 = 400 s, i.e. 6 min 40 s.
Good to know
- Theoretical time: real speed is often lower (Wi-Fi, server, busy network).
Frequently asked questions
What is this tool used for?
Enter the file size and your connection speed.
How is the result calculated?
Time = size in bits ÷ speed in bits per second.
What should I check before using the result?
Theoretical time: real speed is often lower (Wi-Fi, server, busy network).