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Compact black USB 3.2 Gen 1 SD card reader

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston MobileLite Plus SD Card Reader

SKU CH-4J2J-HGD8W

A USB 3.2 Gen 1 SD card reader delivering peak UHS-II performance and UHS-I support in a compact, portable design

  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 transfers files up to 10X faster than USB 2.0
  • Peak performance with UHS-II cards and full UHS-I backwards compatibility
  • Optimised for Kingston Canvas React Plus and Canvas Go! Plus SD cards
  • Compact minimalist design fits easily in a travel bag
  • Plug-and-play simplicity for instant workflow acceleration

MobileLite Plus SD Reader

The Kingston MobileLite Plus SD Reader is a USB 3.2 Gen 1 card reader built for photographers and videographers who need fast offloads from UHS-II SD cards. It also reads UHS-I cards for backwards compatibility. The compact design makes it a practical travel companion for mobile workflows.

Sustained transfer behaviour

The reader delivers up to 10X faster transfer speeds than USB 2.0 when used with UHS-II media. Peak performance is reached with Kingston Canvas React Plus or Canvas Go! Plus cards. UHS-I cards operate at their native speeds without bottlenecking the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface.

Installation and common issues

Simply plug the reader into any USB-A port; no drivers or external power are required. The minimalist housing has no moving parts or status LEDs, so there is little to fail mechanically. The main limitation is the single SD slot, which prevents simultaneous ingest from multiple cards.

How it compares

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston Technology Company
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size178 × 51 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

Does the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface run hot during long transfers?

The reader uses USB 3.2 Gen 1 and has no active cooling; it stays cool during typical all-day file moves.

What computer port is required to reach the quoted 10X speed boost over USB 2.0?

A USB 3.2 Gen 1 or USB 3.0 port is needed; USB 2.0 ports will work but at the slower 2.0 rate.

Will my older UHS-I SD cards still work in this reader?

Yes, the reader is backwards-compatible with UHS-I cards while delivering peak performance with UHS-II cards.

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