Kingston DataTraveler Exodia 256GB Black
Score: 63/100
Kingston DataTraveler Micro 256GB
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Kingston DataTraveler Micro 256 GB USB-A flash drive combines an ultra-compact metal case with USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds, a built-in key loop, and a 5-year warranty, making it a premium plug-and-stay solution for high-capacity portable storage.
The Kingston DataTraveler Exodia 256 GB provides ample storage and a solid warranty, with decent read speeds but modest write performance and a basic plastic build.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 256 GBbest | |
95 MB/s | 200 MB/sbest | |
15.7 MB/s | 20 MB/sbest | |
60 monthsbest | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11 g | 9 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 67.3 mm | 24.95 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21.04 mm | 12.2 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10.14 mm | 4.5 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 95 MB/s | 200 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 15.7 MB/s | 20 MB/s |
Physical(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 11 g | 9 g |
Length (mm) | 67.3 mm | 24.95 mm |
Width (mm) | 21.04 mm | 12.2 mm |
Height (mm) | 10.14 mm | 4.5 mm |
Material | plastic | Metal |
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Professional reviewers commend the dependable brand and warranty but criticize modest write speeds and lack of security features, positioning it as an everyday drive rather than a performance-oriented solution.
Users like the portability and key-ring loop, but repeatedly note slow write speeds and occasional cap loss.
“Read/write speeds are short of absurd.”
“Lightweight and reliable for daily backups.”
“Cap can be lost if not attached to loop.”
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the drive's efficient low-profile metal design, its USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance boost over older USB 2.0 drives, and its broad OS compatibility, positioning it as a premium plug-and-stay solution for modern computers.
Everyday users praise the drive's fast read speeds, tiny footprint, and sleek look, but many complain about lower-than-advertised write speeds, occasional premature failures, and limited durability when subjected to constant physical wear.
