Kingston DataTraveler Max 1TB
Score: 88/100Orico USSD I-A 512GB
Score: 91/100Rankings
This 512 GB ORICO USB-A flash drive offers top-tier read performance and a fully metal, IPX7-rated body, making it suitable for rugged field use, though its weight and lack of write-speed specs limit appeal for some users.
A high-performance 1 TB USB-C flash drive delivering SSD-class speeds in a compact, sliding-connector form factor. It excels in speed and convenience but is bulkier, can heat up, and lacks built-in encryption.
| Attribute | | Orico USSD I-A 512GB |
|---|---|---|
1,024 GBbest | 512 GB | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 520 MB/s | |
900 MB/sbest | — | |
60 monthsbest | 36 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 12 gbest | 68 g |
| ↓ lower better | 82.17 mm | 68.3 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 22 mmbest | 22.8 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 9.02 mmbest | — |
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| Attribute | | Orico USSD I-A 512GB |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 1024 GB | 512 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 520 MB/s |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 60 months | 36 months |
Physical(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 12 g | 68 g |
Length (mm) | 82.17 mm | 68.3 mm |
Width (mm) | 22.00 mm | 22.8 mm |
Material | Plastic | Metal alloy |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS | Windows, Linux, macOS, Android |
Professional reviewers laud the DataTraveler Max for delivering SSD-class speeds in a USB-C flash drive, calling it a game-changing product that rivals external SSDs, while noting the plastic construction, exposed half-connector, and need for a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host to unlock its full potential.
Everyday users are overwhelmingly positive about the drive's blazing fast transfers and convenient sliding design, often highlighting how quickly large video files move; common complaints revolve around heating, bulkier size, lack of encryption, and a cheap plastic feel.
Professional listings note the premium-grade performance, metal housing, fast heat dissipation and three-year warranty, emphasizing its suitability for demanding professional use.
Users praise the rapid transfers and durability, but repeatedly mention the detachable cap can be lost and the drive feels bulky.
“Fast transfers, especially for large video files (e.g., 480GB transferred in under an hour)”
“Drive became unusable after the cap broke”
“Cap being extremely difficult to remove”
