Brand | Kingston |
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Series | DTMAX / 1 TB |
Item model number | DTMAX/1TB |
Item Weight | 0.423 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.24 x 0.87 x 0.36 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.24 x 0.87 x 0.36 inches |
Color | Black |
Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
Flash Memory Size | 1 |
Manufacturer | Kingston Digital, Inc. |
Language | English, English, English, English, English |
ASIN | B09DVQ32XQ |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 30, 2021 |
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Kingston DataTraveler Max 1TB USB-C Flash Drive with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Performance
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Brand | Kingston |
Memory Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
Hardware Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Write Speed | 900 MB per second |
About this item
- Advanced USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C USB
- Unique ridged casing with keyring loop
- Up to 1,000MB/s read speeds
- Capacities up to 1TB
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Storage Capacity | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Value for money | 3.3 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.5 | 3.8 |
Easy to use | 4.0 | — | 4.2 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 3.9 |
Portability | 4.2 | — | 4.8 | — | 4.9 | 4.3 |
Sold By | CWP Online | Moment Semiconductor, Inc. | Official Patriot Memory Store | CWP Online | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
memory capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB | 250 GB | 1 TB | 256 GB | 1 TB |
write speed | 900 MB per second | 800 | — | — | 250 MB per second | 900 MB per second |
read speed | 1000 megabytes per second | 1000 megabytes per second | 600 megabytes per second | 150 megabytes per second | 600 megabytes per second | 1000 megabytes per second |
hardware interface | usb3.2 gen 2 | usb3.2 gen 2 | usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.2 gen 2 | usb3.2 gen 2 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #373 in USB Flash Drives |
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Introducing DataTraveler Max
Unparalleled Performance in High Capacity
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Latest USB 3.2 Gen 2 Standard
Move your files in a flash with incredible speeds up to 1,000MB/s Read, 900MB/s Write
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Portability & Convenience
Available in a range of high capacities from 256GB-1TB to carry your digital library on the go
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USB-C Connectivity
Supports next-gen laptops and desktops for seamless file transfers
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Unique Design
Convenient one-handed sliding cap, LED status indicator, and functional keyring loop
Technical Specifications
Speed | USB 3.2 Gen 2 - Up to 1,000MB/s read, 900MB/s write |
Operating temperature | 0°C~60°C |
Storage temperature | 20°C~85°C |
Compatible with | Windows 10, 8.1, Mac OS (v. 10.14.x +), Linux (v. 2.6.x +), Chrome OS |
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Product Description
Kingston’s DataTraveler Max is a high performance Type-C USB flash drive leveraging the latest USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard to deliver record-breaking read/write speeds up to 1,000/900MB/s. Designed with portability and convenience in mind, the unique ridged casing protects the connector when not in use and is easily moved with a single motion. DT Max delivers premium performance and expanded capacities up to 1TB making it the ideal solution for transferring and storing large digital files such as HD photos, 4K/8K videos, music and more.
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Customers like the capacity and performance of the flash drive. They mention that the USB-C connector does not stick out far enough from the casing. They also complain about the heat and appearance. They say that it overheats, has a terrible external design, and looks unfinished. Opinions are mixed on durability, portability, and quality.
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Customers like the performance of the flash drive. They say it is really fast, the speed given by the manufacturer is accurate, and it is the fastest USB drive they own. It performs data copy and backup much better than other USB drives. It is speedy with blackmagic sequential R/W benchmarks, and fast transfers. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...Differentials take about two (2) minutes - Lightning fast...." Read more
"...Still very fast for a small flash drive. Also works well on my phone...." Read more
"...However it has served well as a data drive. It’s high speeds mean that I can quickly pull files from it and its large capacity means it can hold a..." Read more
"...number, but my excitement was short-lived as the drive did not sustain the high write speed for more than about 45 to 60 seconds before dropping to..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the capacity of the flash drive. They mention that it can store a huge amount of data in a compact size, and the speed is very fast. Some say that the storage and performance so far is good. Overall, most are happy with the product's capacity and performance.
"...It’s high speeds mean that I can quickly pull files from it and its large capacity means it can hold a lot of information, just don’t expect to be..." Read more
"...Because I liked this thing. It was really fast and had lots of space, and I thought I'd be able to use it for years...." Read more
"...It's also the biggest USB drive I have. It holds everything Need. It's bigger than some of my hard drives...." Read more
"...the housing would have been metal instead of plastic but is fast with lots of storage in a little longer than most package I got 900 mbs read and..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the flash drive. Some say that it works well, while others say that the LED light no longer lights up and the drive is not detectable.
"...Still very fast for a small flash drive. Also works well on my phone...." Read more
"...It is a bit pricey but if you're serious about keeping an extra backup on an easy to make, key-chain friendly package - this one is a winner!" Read more
"I don't know why people are complaining, but this is the best usb drive I've ever used!..." Read more
"...for larger files and folders you can fully expect this device to perform poorly.Moving 250GB to it across 5 zipped file is about 2 hours...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the portability of the flash drive. Some mention that it's not so small that you lose it, fits in their pocket easily, and works as advertised. However, others say that it is too wide and long for some USB-C ports.
"...In both situations, the flash drive is too wide and cannot be plugged into the USB C ports without any existing USB or HDMI cables plugged in...." Read more
"...bigger than most of the other drives I have, but it still fits in my pocket easily.Seems to be well made and sturdy...." Read more
"...Bad: The flash drive is unnecessary large compared to other flash drives...." Read more
"Everything about this flash drive is great, speed rates, portability and compatibility, Unfortunately not the product I was looking for my specific..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the flash drive. Some mention it's well made and sturdy, while others say that it doesn't seem solid from a build perspective and is concerned that it may break apart. They also mention that the sliding mechanism is easily breakable and feels terribly cheap.
"...Seems to be well made and sturdy. Obviously it's USB-c connectors, so you'll need an adapter to use with the older style USB connectors...." Read more
"...It doesn't seem solid from a build perspective and I am concerned that at some point it may break apart." Read more
"...This drive is fast, and durable! I also ordered the USB-A 3.2 purple variant of this and waiting for that to be delivered soon." Read more
"...The drive is 100% plastic. The sliding mechanism feels terribly cheap. The ergonomics to insert and remove the drive leave a lot to be desired...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the heat produced by the flash drive. They mention that it overheats, quickly heats up, and the speeds go down drastically. They also say that the temperature throttling is a problem.
"...Also works well on my phone. This flash drive does get fairly hot, but that's to be expected because of it's fast transfer speeds...." Read more
"...I originally intended to use it for playing 4K videos but it heats up too quickly to play and I’ve had to use an external ssd for that...." Read more
"...The device started out running well, around 500mb/second then it got pretty warm and slowed way, way down to around 100kb/sec." Read more
"...a small cache that quickly fills up, or has bad cooling design and overheats, or is using stacked chips and the controller is not allocating..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the USB connector of the flash drive. They mention that the USB-C connector does not stick out far enough from the casing, and it's not long enough to reach through a phone case. The retracted plug is only hidden from the top of the drive, and the USB end keeps coming out. The form-factor will block other USB- C ports on some computers, and has a slightly crooked connector.
"...Lastly, I wish the USB plug was extended slightly so I could use this flash drive with certain phone cases...." Read more
"...The storage and performance so far is good, but the USB-C end keeps coming out where it could be damaged...." Read more
"...Furthermore, the retracted plug is only hidden from the top of the drive, which is beyond cheesy!..." Read more
"...it was to use as a companion with my new iPhone, it does require an extension adapter to be able to use with the phone case on which makes it a..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the appearance of the flash drive. They mention that it has a terrible external design, looks cheap, and has an unfinished surface. Some say that the drive has faulty cooling design and overheats.
"...Also, the design of the case could be better. When the USB plug is sheathed, the plug is still exposed on the back...." Read more
"...this drive might be for you, assuming you can overlook the terrible external design and appearance of the drive...." Read more
"It is only fast for the first 50GB or so. Physical design is crappy." Read more
"...port that is next to the Kingston drive when I have it plugged in - poor design in my opinion. I have attached photos to show the situation...." Read more
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I bought this product for around $38. At that price, it was only about $8-10 dollars more when compared to other big name brand 256gb USB C flash drives, but you get much faster speeds. At $38 dollars, I think this drive is fantastic, but I don't think I would buy this product again unless it came back around or below $38.
Minor complaints:
I wish the case was made out of metal rather than plastic. For a drive that's supposed to retail for $63 dollars, you would think it would have a more premium finish. A metal case would also help transfer heat more effectively than plastic.
Also, the design of the case could be better. When the USB plug is sheathed, the plug is still exposed on the back. They really should have designed it so the plug is fully covered when sheathed.
Lastly, I wish the USB plug was extended slightly so I could use this flash drive with certain phone cases. Most phone cases will not allow you to fully insert this drive. You will either need to remove your the case or buy a new one that has enough room to insert the drive. (I wouldn't really consider this a design flaw or proper complaint but it would be a nice QOL improvement).
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2022
I bought this product for around $38. At that price, it was only about $8-10 dollars more when compared to other big name brand 256gb USB C flash drives, but you get much faster speeds. At $38 dollars, I think this drive is fantastic, but I don't think I would buy this product again unless it came back around or below $38.
Minor complaints:
I wish the case was made out of metal rather than plastic. For a drive that's supposed to retail for $63 dollars, you would think it would have a more premium finish. A metal case would also help transfer heat more effectively than plastic.
Also, the design of the case could be better. When the USB plug is sheathed, the plug is still exposed on the back. They really should have designed it so the plug is fully covered when sheathed.
Lastly, I wish the USB plug was extended slightly so I could use this flash drive with certain phone cases. Most phone cases will not allow you to fully insert this drive. You will either need to remove your the case or buy a new one that has enough room to insert the drive. (I wouldn't really consider this a design flaw or proper complaint but it would be a nice QOL improvement).
I originally intended to use it for playing 4K videos but it heats up too quickly to play and I’ve had to use an external ssd for that. However it has served well as a data drive. It’s high speeds mean that I can quickly pull files from it and its large capacity means it can hold a lot of information, just don’t expect to be able to transfer the whole drive without slowdown it’s best use is quickly transferring relatively small files that are only a few gbs not something that takes up the whole tb.
Why did I wait a few days before checking the return window? Because I liked this thing. It was really fast and had lots of space, and I thought I'd be able to use it for years. Hoping I can get something back from this, but I'm probably out the $90+ dollars I spent.
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
Why did I wait a few days before checking the return window? Because I liked this thing. It was really fast and had lots of space, and I thought I'd be able to use it for years. Hoping I can get something back from this, but I'm probably out the $90+ dollars I spent.
It's also the biggest USB drive I have. It holds everything Need. It's bigger than some of my hard drives.
It's a little bigger than most of the other drives I have, but it still fits in my pocket easily.
Seems to be well made and sturdy. Obviously it's USB-c connectors, so you'll need an adapter to use with the older style USB connectors. Also unless you have USB 3.2 you won't get the full speed.
I would recommend these. I bought two and I'm thinking of getting a couple more.
Moving 250GB to it across 5 zipped file is about 2 hours. No converter and sourcing from M.2 NVMe drives.
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Su estructura es de plástico y se siente frágil
Es rápido (800 mb/s de lectura y 700 mb/s en escritura).
Se calentó a 78 C a los 4 minutos de estar escribiendo y redujo su velocidad a la mitad para protegerse.
(Copié un archivo de 170 gigas).
Es un buen producto y hay que tener cuidado al manipularlo al ser fragil.
Su relación calidad precio es muy buena.
Es una MEMORIA FLASH (no es un SSD como otros fabricantes usan en este tipo de dispositivo portátil).
Por eso es más barato que sus competidores.
took me 13.7 sec for read speed (datatraveler to macbook air) and 14.3 to write the same 2 files (from macbook to datatraveler), over 800mb/sec for both read & write is good enough for me and pretty close to manufacturer specs.
garbage windows thunderbolt 3 port, and another one alienware with usb 3.1 gen 2 was getting 550mb/sec max, so problem wasnt the datatraveler but the cheap windows port
if you are getting slow sppeds maybe it's your crappy windows usb-c port, we never know