Live Streaming Bandwidth Calculator
Determine the required upload bandwidth to stream at a given bitrate to many viewers.
Estimate only; actual bandwidth needs vary with network overhead and quality settings.
Examples
- 3000 kbps with 100 viewers ⇒ 300 Mbps
- 4500 kbps with 50 viewers ⇒ 225 Mbps
FAQ
Does this include audio bitrate?
Include both video and audio bitrates in the bitrate field.
What if viewers have different bitrates?
Use the highest bitrate to ensure sufficient bandwidth.
Is download bandwidth needed?
This focuses on upload bandwidth from the streamer.
Additional Information
- Assumes constant bitrate for all viewers.
- Overhead from protocols or retransmissions is not included.