Samsung BAR Plus 128GB
Score: 80/100
Transcend JF920 128GB
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Samsung BAR Plus 128 GB delivers blazing-fast read speeds and a rugged metal body, making it ideal for portable, durable storage, though its write speed and lack of encryption limit some use cases.
The Transcend JetFlash 920 128 GB delivers near-SSD performance in a sleek aluminum case with a retractable slider, making it ideal for creators and travelers needing fast, reliable storage. It lacks encryption and waterproofing, and the FAT32 format may require re-formatting for large files.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GBbest | 128 GBbest | |
400 MB/s | 420 MB/sbest | |
60 MB/s | 400 MB/sbest | |
60 monthsbest | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.13 gbest | 10 g |
| ↓ lower better | 40.1 mmbest | 62 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 15.5 mmbest | 20 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 11.9 mm | 7.8 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 420 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
Physical(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 1.13 g | 10 g |
Length (mm) | 40.1 mm | 62 mm |
Width (mm) | 15.5 mm | 20 mm |
Height (mm) | 11.9 mm | 7.8 mm |
Material | Metal | Aluminum |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows 7+, macOS 9+, Linux Kernel 2.4.2+, ChromeOS, Android (OTG) |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the BAR Plus for delivering on its promise of speed and resilience, highlighting the 400 MB/s read performance, metal construction, and five-year warranty as standout attributes.
Everyday users love the drive's plug-and-play ease, sleek metal look, keyring convenience and the confidence that it survives drops and water, while noting slower-than-advertised write speeds.
“Even your grandma can use this”
“Sleek, compact, and very portable”
“Saved my files after dropping it in water”
Professional reviewers praise the JetFlash 920 for near-SSD speeds, premium aluminum build, and suitability for dashcam and content-creation workflows, while noting the absence of encryption and the need to reformat from FAT32.
Everyday users rate the drive highly for its speed and durability, though they commonly mention the FAT32 limitation and occasional slider looseness.
