How many hours does your data actually last
Pick an activity and see the gigabytes turn into hours.
Last updated September 4, 2026
Gigabytes are hard to picture; hours are not. This converter uses middle-of-the-road megabyte-per-hour figures for common activities.
5.7 hours
5GB gives roughly that much video 720p, at 900MB per hour.
The per-hour figures are middle-of-the-road values; individual apps and quality settings shift them a lot.
The per-hour figures used
- Video 480p, around 550MB per hour
- Video 720p, around 900MB per hour
- Video 1080p, around 1.8GB per hour
- Video calls around 1GB per hour; voice-only about 60MB
- Map navigation about 25MB per hour, far less than people assume
Frequently asked questions
Why does one app use more data than another for video?+
Each app picks its own resolution and bitrate, and some pre-load the next clip automatically.
Do offline maps really help?+
They help confidence more than data, since navigation is already light. Their real value is finding your way when the signal drops.
Does this include background downloads?+
No. It counts only the activity you select; app updates and photo backup are separate.
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