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Compact metal USB flash drive in champagne silver finish

SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG MUF-256BE3/EU 256GB USB 3.1 Flash Drive Champagne Silver

SKU CH-9DFP-9E4BT

A 256 GB USB 3.1 flash drive with 300 MB/s read and write speeds in a compact metal casing

  • Total capacity256 GB
  • USB standardUsb3.0
  • Max read speed300 MB/s
  • Write throughput300 MB/s
  • Product colorChampagne Silver
  • Product dimensions1.2 L × 4 W × 1.6 H centimeters
  • 256 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 300 MB/s read speed moves files quickly
  • 300 MB/s write speed saves data fast
  • USB 3.1 interface works with modern ports
  • Metal casing protects the drive daily

256 GB portable USB 3.1 storage

The Samsung MUF-256BE3/EU is a 256 GB USB flash drive built for users who need to move large files quickly between laptops, desktops and other USB hosts. Its metal casing protects the drive during daily transport while the compact 1.2 x 4 x 1.6 cm form factor keeps it unobtrusive on a key ring or in a pocket. Read and write speeds reach 300 MB/s, cutting transfer time for media libraries and project folders. Weighing only 10 g, it adds negligible bulk to any carry setup.

Plug into any USB 3.0 or 3.1 port

The drive uses the standard USB 3.1 interface and is backward compatible with USB 3.0 ports, so it works with virtually any modern computer without extra drivers or power adapters. Its capless design removes the risk of losing a cover, while the metal body dissipates heat during sustained writes. No software installation is required; the drive appears as removable storage the moment it is inserted. The small footprint leaves adjacent ports free for other peripherals.

Includes Samsung management software

A preloaded utility enables password protection and firmware updates, letting owners secure sensitive data and keep the drive performing reliably over time. The software runs directly from the drive on Windows and macOS, so no separate download is needed. Users who prefer a completely unmanaged volume can simply ignore the utility and format the device with their preferred file system.

How it compares

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

Price $64.99
Pricier than about 70% 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 $253.87 per TB
Pricier than about 55% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSAMSUNG
Model nameMUF-256BE3/EU
Part numberMUF-256BE3/EU
Total capacity256 GB
Product colorChampagne Silver
Performance
Max read speed300 MB/s
Write throughput300 MB/s
Ports & slots
USB standardUsb3.0
Size & build
Product dimensions1.2 L × 4 W × 1.6 H centimeters
Product weight10 g

Questions about this item

At what point does the 300 MB/s read speed drop during a long file transfer?

The drive is rated for 300 MB/s read and write; sustained throughput will depend on the host controller and file sizes.

How warm does the metal casing get and how much power does it draw when copying data continuously?

The aluminium body helps dissipate heat during extended use; power is supplied entirely by the USB 3.0 port.

Which USB port version must my computer have for this 256 GB drive to work at its rated speed?

A USB 3.0 or 3.1 port is required to reach the 300 MB/s rating; it will also function on USB 2.0 at reduced speed.

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