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Small rectangular USB-C flash drive with protective cap

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. DataTraveler 70 256GB USB-C flash drive

SKU CH-8X5Q-SG4JQ

A portable USB-C flash drive with 256GB capacity and USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds for notebooks, tablets and phones

  • Total capacity256 GB
  • USB-C connector works with modern laptops tablets and phones
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers up to 10X faster transfer speeds than USB 2.0
  • 256GB capacity expands storage for everyday files and media
  • Compact lightweight design with protective cap simplifies transport
  • Plug-and-play operation requires no extra software or drivers

USB-C flash drive for everyday storage

The Kingston DataTraveler 70 256GB is a compact USB-C flash drive built for notebooks, laptops, tablets and phones with a USB-C port. It adds 256GB of portable space for documents, photos and media without needing a cable or adapter. The cap protects the connector during transport.

Silent solid-state operation with USB 3.2 Gen 1

As a solid-state device it has no moving parts, runs silently and draws power only during transfers. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers up to 10X faster speeds than USB 2.0 for typical file moves. Heat output is negligible in normal use.

Replaces USB-A drives and cloud-only workflows

This drive upgrades from older USB-A sticks that require a dongle on modern USB-C only devices. It also suits users who want local offline access instead of relying solely on cloud sync. Buyers needing more than 256GB or a USB-A connector should look elsewhere.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in USB Thumb Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $22.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 256 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per TB $89.80 per TB
Cheaper than about 94% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Total capacity256 GB

Questions about this item

How do I plug the DataTraveler 70 into my USB-C laptop and what common mistake should I avoid?

Insert the USB-C connector directly into a USB-C port on the notebook; the cap only protects the end and must be removed first.

What part of the DataTraveler 70 is most likely to need replacement after heavy use?

The removable cap can be lost; the flash memory itself has no user-serviceable parts.

At what speed ceiling will the DataTraveler 70 settle during long transfers?

Sustained writes are limited by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, which caps throughput well below the burst rate.

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