SanDisk Cruzer Glide 128GB Black
Score: 56/100
PNY Turbo Attache 3 256GB Gray
Score: 71/100Rankings
The PNY Turbo Attache 256 GB USB 3.0 flash drive offers a sizable 256 GB capacity with fast 185 MB/s read speeds and a convenient capless sliding design. Its write speed is modest and it lacks advanced features such as encryption or waterproofing. Ideal for office and home users needing portable high-capacity storage.
The SanDisk Cruzer Glide 128 GB is a high-capacity USB 2.0 flash drive with a protective retractable slider and built-in software encryption. Its main drawback is the outdated USB 2.0 speed and lack of rugged features. It is best suited for students and casual users who prioritize capacity and security over transfer performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 256 GBbest | |
60 MB/s | 185 MB/sbest | |
— | 135 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 gbest | 18.1 g |
5 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 185 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
Interface | USB | Type A |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
OS Compatibility | Windows, Mac | Windows, macOS |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 9.07 g | 18.1 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 11x21x60 mm | 57.4 x 10.96 x 20.33 mm |
Power(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | 0-45 °C | 0-60 °C |
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Professional reviewers and editors view the Cruzer Glide as a dependable, secure, and well-designed USB 2.0 stick that excels in basic storage scenarios. They commend its retractable slider and built-in AES encryption, but consistently criticize the outdated USB 2.0 speed and the absence of advanced durability or performance specifications.
Everyday users generally appreciate the drive's reliability, ease of use, and protective slider, rating it highly for everyday file backup and transport. The most common complaints revolve around the slower USB 2.0 transfer rates and the extra step of installing the SecureAccess encryption software.
