Corsair Flash Voyager 512GB
Score: 83/100
Teamgroup C162 256GB
Score: 65/100Rankings
The Corsair Flash Voyager GT 512 GB is a high-capacity USB 3.0 drive with SSD-like read speeds and a rugged metal case. Its bulkier form factor and premium price may deter budget-focused users. Ideal for professionals needing fast, durable portable storage.
TeamGroup's C162 256 GB drive combines a rugged zinc-alloy metal body with waterproof, dustproof and shockproof protection, plus a lifetime warranty. Its real-world sequential speeds are modest, falling well short of the advertised 140 MB/s. Ideal for travelers and users prioritizing durability over high performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
512 GBbest | 256 GB | |
390 MB/sbest | 38.37 MB/s | |
240 MB/sbest | 27.92 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 20.6 g | 3.4 gbest |
5 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 512 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 390 MB/s | 38.37 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 240 MB/s | 27.92 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Version | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen1 |
Interface | USB 3.0 Type-A | USB Type-A |
General(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows XP or later, Mac OS 10.6 or later, Linux 2.6 or later |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 20.6 g | 3.4 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 86.1×26.9×14.0 mm mm | 24 x 12.2 x 7 mm |
Material | Zinc-alloy with aluminum accents | Zinc Alloy |
Power(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | 0-70°C °C | 0°C to 70°C °C |
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Editors and professional reviewers consistently praise the Flash Voyager GT for its high sequential read speed, rugged metal construction, and long warranty, positioning it as a top-tier portable SSD-style solution that outperforms typical USB-3.0 flash drives.
The available data contains no direct user reviews or quotes, indicating that consumer feedback is not documented in the sources examined.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the C162's robust metal construction and lifetime warranty, but they criticize its severely limited real-world performance, especially the gap between advertised and measured speeds and the negligible 4K throughput, making it unsuitable for demanding transfer tasks.
Consumer feedback is sparse, but the available data suggests users are likely to be disappointed by the slow actual transfer rates despite the drive's advertised speed claims, while appreciating its compact, rugged design.
