MB to GB Converter
Convert megabytes (MB) to gigabytes (GB). Choose decimal or binary interpretation to match how storage is labeled or displayed.
Enter MB, then choose decimal vs binary to match your context.
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Privacy: runs locally in your browser. No inputs are stored or transmitted.
How it works
Decimal: GB = MB ÷ 1000
Binary display equivalent: GiB = MiB ÷ 1024. If your input is labeled “MB” but you want the
OS-style binary display, convert MB → bytes (×1,000,000) then bytes → GiB (÷1,073,741,824).
Examples
- 1500 MB → 1.5 GB (decimal)
- 1500 MB → about 1.397 GiB (binary-equivalent)
- 500 MB → 0.5 GB (decimal)
When to use this tool
This tool is designed for quick, practical tasks such as everyday calculations, data formatting, or simple conversions. It is best used when you need fast results without installing software or using complex tools.
When to use
- Quick checks or one-time calculations
- Validating or converting data before using it elsewhere
- Simple tasks that do not require advanced software
When not to use
- Critical financial, legal, or medical decisions
- Large-scale or automated processing
- Situations requiring guaranteed precision beyond basic validation
Always review results before using them in important contexts.
About this tool
This tool helps you perform quick utility operations directly in your browser. It runs entirely in your browser without sending data to a server.
You can use this tool when handling simple tasks without installing additional software. The results should be interpreted as a processed output based on your input data.
FAQ
- Is 1 GB equal to 1000 MB or 1024 MB?
Both are used. Decimal storage units use 1 GB = 1000 MB. Binary units use 1 GiB = 1024 MiB. This tool can show both.
- Which setting should I use for file sizes?
Manufacturers and network speeds often use decimal (GB). Many operating systems display binary (GiB). If you are matching what a device shows, try the binary option.
- Can I enter decimals (e.g., 12.5 MB)?
Yes. Decimals are supported.
- Are my inputs stored?
No. This converter runs locally in your browser.