The amount of data used when streaming a movie depends on several factors, such as the quality of the video, the streaming platform, and the length of the movie. Here’s a general estimate of data usage based on different video qualities:
1. Standard Definition (SD) – 480p:
– Typically uses about 1 GB per hour.
2. High Definition (HD) – 720p:
– Typically uses about 1.5 to 3 GB per hour.
3. Full High Definition (FHD) – 1080p:
– Typically uses about 3 to 4.5 GB per hour.
4. Ultra High Definition (UHD) – 4K:
– Typically uses about 7 to 10 GB per hour.
To calculate the total data usage, you can multiply the data consumption per hour by the duration of the movie. For example:
– A 2-hour movie in 1080p might use around 6 to 9 GB of data.
– A 2-hour movie in 4K could use 14 to 20 GB.
Keep in mind that different platforms like Netflix, YouTube, or Amazon Prime might use slightly different amounts of data based on their compression methods and streaming settings.
