Quiz Entry - updated: 2026.07.14
What is the key length of AES-128 in bytes?
AES-128 uses a 128-bit key, which is 16 bytes.
Quick conversion: 128 bits ÷ 8 bits/byte = 16 bytes.
All AES variants:
| Variant | Key bits | Key bytes | Block bits | Block bytes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AES-128 | 128 | 16 | 128 | 16 |
| AES-192 | 192 | 24 | 128 | 16 |
| AES-256 | 256 | 32 | 128 | 16 |
Note: The block size is always 128 bits (16 bytes) regardless of the key length. Only the number of rounds changes (10, 12, or 14).