Kingston DataTraveler 100 G3 128GB
Score: 40/100
Kingston DataTraveler DuoG2 256GB
Score: 64/100Rankings
The Kingston DataTraveler DuoG2 256 GB delivers versatile dual-connector functionality and ample storage in a compact plastic body, backed by a five-year warranty, though it lacks encryption and may feel slower than expected.
The Kingston DataTraveler 100 G3 128 GB offers solid read performance and a convenient sliding cap, but its write speeds and random performance are extremely low, making it best for occasional read-heavy tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 256 GBbest | |
114 MB/sbest | — | |
3.14 MB/sbest | — | |
60 monthsbest | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 g | 10 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 59.9 mmbest | 64 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 21.3 mm | 21.2 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10 mm | 1 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Physical(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 20 g | 10 g |
Length (mm) | 59.9 mm | 64 mm |
Width (mm) | 21.3 mm | 21.2 mm |
Height (mm) | 10 mm | 1 mm |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS |
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Professional reviewers acknowledge the drive's solid sequential read capability but criticize its abysmal write and 4K random performance, giving it an AS SSD benchmark score of 0.
Users appreciate the large capacity and easy sliding cap, but many complain about painfully slow write speeds and inconsistent copying.
“Sleek case and worked very nicely for what I needed it for”
“Does exactly what you expect it to do”
“Great product!!!”
Professional reviewers describe the DuoG2 as an innovative and versatile flash drive that solves the compatibility gap between legacy USB-A and modern USB-C devices. They highlight its dual-connector design, cap-less sliding mechanism, and Kingston's reliable brand reputation, while noting that it is positioned as a practical, no-frills tool rather than a high-performance or secure storage solution.
Everyday users praise the drive for its convenience, ease of use, and sufficient capacity, noting that it works seamlessly across multiple platforms. Common complaints focus on slower transfer speeds than expected, the plastic build quality, occasional cap stiffness, and the absence of security features.
