
Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G2 32GB
Score: 74/100
Kingston DataTraveler Micro
Score: 78/100Rankings

The Kingston DataTraveler Micro 256GB is an ultra-compact metal-cased USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive with fast read speeds and a five-year warranty. Its trade-offs include unspecified write performance and lack of built-in encryption. Ideal for users who need a permanently attached, space-saving storage solution.

The Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G2 32 GB offers a sleek metal, capless design with a built-in key ring and solid 100 MB/s read performance. Its write speed remains low at 15 MB/s and it lacks advanced security features. Suited for professionals seeking durable, portable storage with quick reads.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
32 GB | 256 GBbest | |
100 MB/s | 200 MB/sbest | |
15 MB/sbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 g | 9 gbest |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 32 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 100 MB/s | 200 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Version | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Interface | USB Type-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
General(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS | Windows 11/10/8.1; macOS 10.14+; Linux 2.6+; Chrome OS |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 9.07 g | 9 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 45.0 x 12.2 x 4.6 mm mm | 24.95×12.2×4.5 mm mm |
Material | Metal | metal |

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Professional assessments commend the SE9 G2 for its high read speed, robust metal construction, and capless convenience, noting that the five-year warranty adds confidence. However, reviewers also point out the scarcity of in-depth comparative reviews, making it harder to gauge its standing against other premium USB 3.0 drives.
User feedback is limited in the available data, but the features that are mentioned-fast read performance, durable metal body, and capless design-receive positive remarks. The lack of extensive user reviews leaves the broader consumer sentiment unclear.

