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Kingston DataTraveler Duo 256GB USB flash drive with Type-A and Type-C connectors

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston DataTraveler Duo 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A + Type C USB flash drive

SKU CH-QMKX-NPWCX

A dual-connector flash drive with 256 GB storage and USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A plus Type-C interfaces

  • 256 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • Dual USB-A and USB-C connectors work with laptops and phones
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface speeds up file transfers
  • Five-year manufacturer warranty protects your investment
  • Compact design fits on any keyring

What the drive is and who it suits

The Kingston DataTraveler Duo is a 256 GB USB flash drive that provides both a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A connector and a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C connector on the same device. It is designed for users who move files between computers, phones or tablets that have different port types and want a single drive that works with all of them without adapters. Buyers who need more storage than 256 GB or who require faster transfer speeds than USB 3.2 Gen 1 provides should look at higher capacity or faster interface drives.

Build quality and daily connector use

The drive uses a dual connector layout so you can plug the Type A end into a traditional laptop or desktop and flip it to use the Type C end on newer ultrabooks, phones or tablets. Both ports operate at USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds, so performance is consistent whichever side you use. The compact form factor makes it easy to keep on a keyring or in a small pocket, and the metal housing protects the contacts during daily transport.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

As a solid state flash drive with no moving parts, it produces no audible noise during operation. Power is drawn directly from the host USB port, so there is no external power requirement and the drive stays cool during typical file transfers. Under sustained heavy writes the casing may become slightly warm to the touch, which is normal for USB flash storage.

How it compares

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Price $28.99
Cheaper than about 54% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).

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Specifications

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Brand nameKingston

Questions about this item

What transfer ceiling does the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface on this DataTraveler Duo impose in practice?

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface caps real-world throughput at 5 Gb/s, so large file copies will not exceed that bandwidth ceiling.

What physical clearance does the dual-connector design need to fit side-by-side ports?

The drive presents both a Type-A and a Type-C plug on the same body; allow roughly 22 mm of adjacent port spacing so both connectors can seat without blocking neighbouring sockets.

How is the drive installed, and what step do users often miss?

Plug the Type-A end into a standard USB-A port or the Type-C end into a USB-C port; the step many miss is ensuring the host device supports USB On-The-Go so the drive is recognised immediately.

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