Megahertz (MHz) to Gigahertz Converter
Enter a value to instantly convert between frequency units.
Precision4 dp
1 Megahertz = 0.001 Gigahertz
Key Formulas
Hertz → Kilohertz
kHz = Hz × 0.001Kilohertz → Hertz
Hz = kHz × 1000Megahertz → Gigahertz
GHz = MHz × 0.001Gigahertz → Megahertz
MHz = GHz × 1000Formula
GHz = MHz ÷ 1,000When comparing a processor's GHz rating to a radio bandwidth spec in MHz, or checking WiFi band frequencies across datasheets, you need to convert between units. Megahertz (MHz) and gigahertz (GHz) measure frequency—used for radio, CPU speed, wireless. 1 GHz = 1,000 MHz.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real-World Examples
One gigahertz. 1,000 MHz = 1 GHz. Baseline CPU frequency.
1000 MHz = 1 GHz
WiFi frequency. 2,400 MHz = 2.4 GHz. 802.11 WiFi band (2.4 GHz).
2400 MHz = 2.4 GHz
5G WiFi. 5,000 MHz = 5 GHz. 802.11ac modern WiFi.
5000 MHz = 5 GHz
Typical CPU. 3,000 MHz = 3 GHz. Modern processor base clock.
3000 MHz = 3 GHz