Amazon Basics Dual-Port 256GB
Score: 58/100
Orico EB05 64GB
Score: 42/100Rankings
The Amazon Basics 256 GB dual-port flash drive extends the same metal, rotating design as the 128 GB model, offering double the storage while maintaining fast read performance. It remains a budget-friendly option for cross-device transfers but still lacks encryption and detailed write-speed data.
The ORICO 64 GB dual-port flash drive offers a sturdy metal body, dual USB-A/C connectivity and solid read performance, making it a versatile backup tool for phones and laptops. Reviewers note occasional speed variance and warmth under heavy use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 64 GB | |
400 MB/sbest | 150 MB/s | |
— | 70 MB/sbest | |
12 months | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 18 g | 2.8 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 71.9 mm | 57 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 66 mm | 14 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 17 mm | 12 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 64 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 150 MB/s |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Physical(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 18 g | 2.8 g |
Length (mm) | 71.9 mm | 57 mm |
Width (mm) | 66 mm | 14 mm |
Height (mm) | 17 mm | 12 mm |
Material | Metal | Zinc alloy |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS, Android |
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Professional reviewers commend the drive's dual-connector design, high read speed, and sturdy metal case, while noting the lack of official write-speed data and absence of waterproof or shock-proof ratings.
Everyday users praise the fast large-file transfers, solid metal build, and hassle-free switching between USB-A and USB-C, but complain about slower write performance and missing encryption.
“Transfers 25GB of data in 25 minutes”
“Build quality is really good”
“Works perfectly with phone and laptop”
Professional reviewers praise the swivel mechanism and metal durability, highlighting real-world read speeds around 286 MB/s but noting the advertised 405 MB/s claim is optimistic.
Users appreciate the durability and cross-device compatibility, though some complain about slower USB-C transfers and occasional warmth.
