Gigabytes to Megabytes Converter

Enter a value in gigabytes to instantly get the result in megabytes.

How to Convert Gigabytes to Megabytes

The formula is: MB = GB × 1,024

In binary computing (the IEC standard), 1 gigabyte = 1,024 megabytes. Storage manufacturers sometimes use the decimal definition where 1 GB = 1,000 MB, which is why your 256 GB drive may show less space than expected. This converter uses the binary standard.

Gigabytes to Megabytes Conversion Table

Gigabytes (GB)Megabytes (MB)
1 GB1,024 MB
2 GB2,048 MB
4 GB4,096 MB
8 GB8,192 MB
16 GB16,384 MB
32 GB32,768 MB
64 GB65,536 MB
128 GB131,072 MB
256 GB262,144 MB
512 GB524,288 MB
1000 GB1,024,000 MB

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MB are in a GB?

1 gigabyte = 1,024 megabytes (binary/IEC standard used in computing).

What is the formula to convert GB to MB?

MB = GB × 1024. For example, 5 GB = 5,120 MB.

Is 1 GB equal to 1000 MB or 1024 MB?

In computing (binary), 1 GB = 1,024 MB. In SI/decimal (used by storage manufacturers), 1 GB = 1,000 MB. This tool uses the binary standard.

How many MB is 2 GB?

2 GB × 1,024 = 2,048 MB.