YouTube Video Size Calculator

Calculate optimal video dimensions, file sizes, and settings for perfect YouTube uploads

File Size Calculator

Low (1 Mbps)8 MbpsHigh (50 Mbps)

Calculated Results:

Estimated File Size:
Upload Time (10 Mbps):
Storage Needed:
Aspect Ratio:16:9

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Optimal Settings

  • • Resolution: 1920×1080 (1080p)
  • • Frame Rate: 30 or 60 fps
  • • Bitrate: 8-12 Mbps
  • • Format: MP4 (H.264 codec)
  • • Audio: 128-384 kbps AAC

Maximum Limits

  • • File Size: 256 GB or 12 hours
  • • Resolution: Up to 8K (7680×4320)
  • • Frame Rate: Up to 60 fps
  • • Aspect Ratio: Any (16:9 recommended)

YouTube Shorts

  • • Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical)
  • • Resolution: 1080×1920
  • • Duration: Max 60 seconds
  • • File Size: ~100-200 MB

Video Resolution Comparison Table

ResolutionPixels1 Min10 Min60 MinBitrate
4K (2160p)3840 × 2160350 MB3.5 GB21 GB35 to 45 Mbps
Full HD (1080p)Recommended1920 × 1080120 MB1.2 GB7.2 GB8 to 12 Mbps
HD (720p)1280 × 72060 MB600 MB3.6 GB5 to 8 Mbps
SD (480p)854 × 48030 MB300 MB1.8 GB2.5 to 4 Mbps
SD (360p)640 × 36015 MB150 MB900 MB1 to 2 Mbps
16:9
Standard (Recommended)
9:16
Vertical (Shorts)
4:3
Classic
21:9
Cinematic
1:1
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