I purchased three of these, assuming since they were 3.0, that they would function reasonably fast in a 3.0 port. Unfortunately, I found that not to be the case and, as another reviewer noted, the speed seems to be quite inconsistent. I now use them only for situations where file transfer speed is not critical.

PNY 256GB Turbo Attache 3 USB 3.0 Flash Drive,Grey (Pack of 1)

PNY 256GB Turbo Attache 3 USB 3.0 Flash Drive,Grey (Pack of 1)

Q: File transfer speeds in MB/s or KB/s please!

I just transferred 212GB of GoPro videos (flying lessons!) to a 256GB stick and it took about 2 hours and 45 minutes, which, if my math is reasonable, is an average of 21MB/s. It would stop, then ramp up to around 120MB/s, then ramp back down to 0MB/s and sit there for a few seconds and just keep cycling back and forth between fast and stopped. Pretty terrible. I then transferred the same files to an external hard drive, to make sure my USB port wasn't acting up and it transferred at an average of 95MB/s and it never dropped below 80MB/s, so I do believe it was just this flash drive. I'll probably be sending it back, since this seems to be a common problem with them, based on these other comments.

Q: For those of you who have owned it for 6+ months, how's the reliability? I've seen reviews on other sites where people say the drive has failed them.

I use them for 3d resin printing. The first 20 i ordered about 5 months ago and are used every day almost 24/7 No issues. I JUST bought 3 more packs, and 3 out of 5 (in each pack) of the USB fail mid way though a 4 + hour print. I assume they changed -something- but these are unreliable for my business now.

Q: are these safe from hackers?

Any human made item will have bugs and flaws in the design. Nothing is 100% safe from hackers.

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Brand
PNY
Memory Storage Capacity
256 GB
Hardware Interface
USB 3.0
Special Feature
Backwards with
Write Speed
400

⚡10x faster USB 3.0 speeds

💾256GB massive storage

🔗Capless sliding collar design

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Description

⚡ Turbocharge your data game with PNY’s fastest, sleekest flash drive yet!

SLEEK CAPLESS DESIGN - Innovative sliding collar with integrated loop means no lost caps and easy attachment to your keys or backpack.
BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS - Experience transfer speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0, saving you valuable time on large files.
LIGHTWEIGHT PORTABLE - Compact and featherlight at just 0.64 ounces—perfect for the on-the-go professional who demands speed and style.
MASSIVE 256 GB CAPACITY - Store over 47,000 songs or countless HD videos and documents—carry your entire digital life effortlessly.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly works with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports on both Mac and PC platforms for ultimate flexibility.

The PNY 256GB Turbo Attache 3 USB 3.0 Flash Drive delivers lightning-fast data transfers up to 10 times quicker than USB 2.0 drives. Its generous 256GB capacity stores massive amounts of files, while the capless sliding collar design ensures convenience and durability. Compatible with both Mac and PC, this lightweight, portable drive is engineered for professionals who need reliable, high-speed storage on the move.

Specifications

Read Speed	100 Megabits Per Second
Connectivity Technology	USB
Color	Grey
Model Name	P-FD256TBOP-GE
Flash Memory Type	USB Flash Drive
Manufacturer	PNY
Hardware Connectivity Technology	USB Type A
UPC	751492569765
Global Trade Identification Number	00751492569765
Item model number	P-FD256TBOP-GE
Hardware Platform	Mac, PC
Item Weight	0.64 ounces
Product Dimensions	0.8 x 0.43 x 2.26 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH	0.8 x 0.43 x 2.26 inches
ASIN	B00JN1TOHM
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Date First Available	April 11, 2014

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