Kingston DataTraveler Exodia 64GB 2-Pack
Score: 65/100
Kingston DataTraveler SE9 256GB
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G3 256 GB is a premium, all-metal USB-A flash drive delivering fast read speeds and solid build quality, though its write speed is lower and warranty period shorter than older models.
The Kingston DataTraveler Exodia 64 GB 2-Pack offers a budget-friendly, cap-protected USB 3.2 flash drive with decent read speeds and a 5-year warranty, making it suitable for everyday file storage and portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
64 GB | 256 GBbest | |
400 MB/sbest | 220 MB/s | |
— | 100 MB/sbest | |
60 monthsbest | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11 gbest | 15 g |
| ↓ lower better | 67.3 mm | 38.1 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21.04 mm | 12.7 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10.14 mm | 5.1 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 64 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 220 MB/s |
Physical(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 11 g | 15.0 g |
Length (mm) | 67.3 mm | 38.1 mm |
Width (mm) | 21.04 mm | 12.7 mm |
Height (mm) | 10.14 mm | 5.1 mm |
Material | Plastic | metal |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Exodia for its universal compatibility, practical cap-retention design, lightweight build, and long warranty, but note the lack of independent speed testing and reliance on manufacturer-provided performance figures.
Everyday users appreciate the affordability, cap-keeper feature, and confidence from the 5-year warranty, while common complaints focus on slower-than-advertised speeds and the basic plastic construction.
“Great Value and 'cap keeper' at the other end”
“I can upload all my photos on this flash drive.”
“read/write speeds "short of absurd"”
Professional reviewers describe the SE9 G3 as a premium upgrade with efficient performance and robust metal protection, highlighting its blazing-fast read speeds and refined design.
Everyday users praise the speed and metal construction, while noting the gold finish shows fingerprints and the write speed can be slower in practice.
