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Ultra-small silver metal USB-A flash drive with key loop

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. DTMC3G2/256GB DataTraveler Micro 256GB USB flash drive

SKU CH-P8VJ-5E9H4 MPN DTMC3G2/256GB

Ultra-small metal USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive with 256GB capacity and up to 200MB/s read speed for plug-and-stay storage

  • Total capacity256 GB
  • USB standardUSB 3.2 Gen 1
  • USB port typesType A
  • Max read speedup to 200 MB/s
  • Product colorSilver

Color Silver

Capacity 256GB

  • Up to 200MB/s read speed moves large files quickly
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface enables fast data transfers
  • 256GB capacity stores movies, music, games and photos
  • Ultra-small metal casing stays plugged in without blocking adjacent ports
  • Built-in key loop secures the drive to a lanyard or keyring

Ultra-small 256 GB USB drive

The Kingston DataTraveler Micro is a low-profile flash drive with a premium metal casing and a built-in key loop. It uses a USB Type-A connector and operates under the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification. The drive offers 256 GB of storage capacity and read speeds up to 200 MB/s. Its ultra-compact design allows it to stay plugged into a port without obstructing adjacent slots.

Plug-and-stay storage for multiple devices

The drive fits directly into any standard USB Type-A port on computers, printers or gaming consoles without requiring cables or external power. Its low-profile metal body sits flush against the chassis, freeing up physical space around the port. The integrated key loop lets you attach it to a lanyard or keyring so the drive remains with the host device. No software installation is needed for basic file transfer and storage.

Suited for portable file transfer

This drive suits users who want a compact, leave-in solution for moving large media libraries between compatible USB Type-A hosts. It is not intended for buyers who need a write speed figure to estimate backup windows or verify sustained throughput. Shoppers requiring a USB Type-C connector or a different capacity tier should look at other models. The operating temperature range is 0 °C to 60 °C.

How it compares

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Price $16.99
Cheaper than about 78% 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 $66.37 per TB
Cheaper than about 97% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Product lineDataTraveler Micro
Model nameDTMC3G2/256 GB
Total capacity256 GB
Product colorSilver
Performance
Max read speedup to 200 MB/s
Ports & slots
USB standardUSB 3.2 Gen 1
USB port typesType A
Size & build
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size114 × 102 × 3 mm

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Questions about this item

How quickly does the 200 MB/s read speed drop once the drive warms up during a long transfer?

The drive is rated for operation between 0 °C and 60 °C; sustained transfers that push the casing toward the upper end of that range will cause the controller to throttle below the peak 200 MB/s figure.

Does the metal casing get hot or draw enough power to be noticeable after hours of use?

The premium metal body acts as a passive heatsink and stays within the 0 °C–60 °C operating window; power draw is limited to what the USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supplies, so there is no fan noise or excessive heat.

What type of USB port must my device have for this drive to work?

A standard USB Type-A port is required; the drive plugs directly into computers, printers, gaming consoles or any host with a Type-A socket.

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