Bandwidth Usage in an Audio Call
Bandwidth Usage in an Audio Call
The following are estimates for the amount of bandwidth used in an audio call when using specific codecs. The estimate is for a single direction only and assumes one phone being used. If your provider charges for uploads you will need to double the estimates given.
| Codec | 1 Minute | 1 Hour |
|---|---|---|
| G729 | 234 Kilobytes | 13.71 Megabytes |
| PCMA (g711) | 654 Kilobytes | 38.32 Megabytes |
| PCMU (g711) | 654 Kilobytes | 38.32 Megabytes |
The above estimates should only be used as a guide. Actual usage may vary.
