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How long will my download take?

Find out how long a game, backup or any other file will take to download.

Calculator

This is a theoretical result; the server and connection quality also have an effect.

Common file sizes
Common speeds

Result

Your download will take approximately

22 minutes and 13 seconds

Equivalent speed37.5 MB/s

Ideal estimate without pauses, network congestion or speed loss.

How it works

  1. Enter the size and choose MB, GB or TB.
  2. Enter the speed in Mbps, Gbps or MB/s.
  3. Read the estimated time.
  4. Check the equivalent speed in MB/s.

Practical example

A 50 GB file on a 300 Mbps connection would theoretically take 22 minutes and 13 seconds at 37.5 MB/s.

Formula and explanation

The file is first expressed in MB and speed in MB/s.

Time in seconds = size in MB ÷ speed in MB/s.

The result assumes a continuous transfer without losses caused by the network or server.

Frequently asked questions

Why might it take longer?

Wi-Fi, congestion, other devices and the source server can reduce actual speed.

Are Mbps and MB/s the same?

No. One byte contains 8 bits, so 100 Mbps equals 12.5 MB/s.

Does this use decimal units?

Yes. 1 GB equals 1,000 MB, as commonly used by operators and manufacturers.