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What is a Gigahertz?

Definition

A gigahertz (GHz) is a unit of frequency equal to 1 billion hertz or 1,000 megahertz.

Popular Gigahertz Conversions

Most common conversions from Gigahertz

1 GHz = 1,000,000,000 Hz Gigahertz to Hertz 1 GHz = 1,000,000 kHz Gigahertz to Kilohertz 1 GHz = 1,000 MHz Gigahertz to Megahertz 1 GHz = 59,999,880,000.24 rpm Gigahertz to RPM

History

The gigahertz became common in computing in the 2000s as CPU speeds exceeded 1 billion cycles per second.

Common Uses

Computer processor speeds
Wi-Fi frequencies
Microwave communications
Radar systems

Fun Facts

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Modern CPUs run at 2-5 GHz

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5G wireless uses frequencies up to 39 GHz

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Wi-Fi uses 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands

All Gigahertz Conversions

Gigahertz to Hertz GHz → Hz Gigahertz to Kilohertz GHz → kHz Gigahertz to Megahertz GHz → MHz Gigahertz to RPM GHz → rpm