Transcend 512GB USB Flash Drive
Score: 72/100
Teamgroup S5 512GB
Score: 75/100Rankings
TEAMGROUP's 512 GB S5 USB 3.2 Gen 1 thumb drive combines high read speeds, lightweight COB construction and water-, dust- and shock-resistance, making it a durable everyday storage option, though write performance details are lacking.
The Transcend JF790 512 GB USB flash drive offers high capacity and a convenient retractable design, making it suitable for everyday storage across many devices. While its speeds are adequate for typical documents and media, they fall short of premium drives, and it lacks encryption.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
512 GBbest | 512 GBbest | |
90 MB/s | 140 MB/sbest | |
60 MB/sbest | — | |
60 monthsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 gbest | 18 g |
| ↓ lower better | 63.6 mm | 35.1 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21.2 mm | 13.5 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10.6 mm | 5.6 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 90 MB/s | 140 MB/s |
Physical(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 10 g | 18 g |
Length (mm) | 63.6 mm | 35.1 mm |
Width (mm) | 21.2 mm | 13.5 mm |
Height (mm) | 10.6 mm | 5.6 mm |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, Android (OTG) | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the JF790 as a reliable, well-built flash drive that offers solid value for casual users, but they note its speed falls short of premium offerings and it lacks advanced security features.
Everyday users praise the drive's convenient retractable design, cross-device compatibility, and dependable performance for everyday files, while recurring complaints focus on slower transfer rates and occasional wear of the retractable part.
Professional reviewers commend the S5 series for its durable COB construction, solid 140 MB/s read performance and the confidence provided by a lifetime warranty, while noting the lack of published write-speed figures.
Everyday users appreciate the quick read speeds, tiny footprint, and rugged feel, but mention slower write speeds, occasional heat during heavy transfers, and a slight loss of usable capacity after formatting.
