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Video Resolution Calculator

Compare video resolutions by pixel count, aspect ratio and the bitrate each needs.

Enter values

Results update as you type.

Result

Total pixels per frame

8,294,400

Megapixels
8.294 MP
Aspect ratio
16 : 9
Compared to 1080p
4 ×
Pixels per second
248,832,000
Recommended bitrate
24.88 Mbps
Size per hour at that bitrate
10.428 GB

Standard resolutions

NameResolutionMegapixelsvs 1080p
SD 480p854 × 4800.410.2×
HD 720p1280 × 7200.920.44×
Full HD 1080p1920 × 10802.07
QHD 1440p2560 × 14403.691.78×
4K UHD3840 × 21608.29
8K UHD7680 × 432033.1816×

About the Video Resolution Calculator

Compare video resolutions by pixel count, aspect ratio and the bitrate each needs.

Also known as: resolution comparison, 4k vs 1080p, video size comparison, pixel count comparison.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter width, height, frame rate.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
  3. Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
  4. Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.

Formula

pixels per frame = width × height

Worked example

Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:

  • Width = 3,840 px
  • Height = 2,160 px
  • Frame rate: 30 fps

the calculator returns:

  • Total pixels per frame: 8,294,400
  • Megapixels: 8.294 MP
  • Aspect ratio: 16 : 9
  • Compared to 1080p: 4 ×