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SanDisk

SanDisk Cruzer Blade SDCZ50-016G-A46 DUP 16GB USB 2.0 flash drive

SKU CH-6DN1-G8GAM MPN SDCZ50-016G-A46 DUP

A compact 16GB USB 2.0 flash drive for backing up, transferring and sharing files

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • USB standardUSB 2.0
  • Key featuresMaterial: Silicon and plastic
  • Product dimensions1.63 × 0.69 × 0.29 in (41.5 × 17.6 × 7.4 mm)

Capacity 16GB

  • 16 GB capacity stores photos, movies and music
  • USB 2.0 interface enables broad device compatibility
  • Compact 41.5 x 17.6 x 7.4 mm design fits any pocket
  • Silicon and plastic body resists everyday wear
  • Available in capacities up to 32 GB

SanDisk Cruzer Blade 16GB USB 2.0 drive

This compact flash drive provides 16GB of portable storage for everyday file transfers. It connects via a standard USB 2.0 interface for broad compatibility with laptops and desktops. The lightweight silicon and plastic housing makes it easy to carry on a keyring or in a pocket. It suits students and office workers moving documents between devices.

Capacity and headroom for daily use

The 16GB capacity comfortably holds thousands of photos, music albums, or office documents. Large video collections or full system backups will quickly exceed the available space. USB 2.0 transfer speeds limit how fast large batches of files move to and from the drive. Users working with multi-gigabyte media files will find the headroom tight.

Upgrading from smaller or older drives

This drive replaces older low-capacity sticks that struggle with modern file sizes. The jump is worth it when 8GB or less no longer fits a typical project folder or photo library. It does not suit buyers who need faster transfer rates for frequent large-file workflows. Builders requiring bootable OS images over 16GB should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 16 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per GB $0.69 per GB
Cheaper than about 85% of the 146 comparable items (median $1.88 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSanDisk
Product lineCruzer Blade
Model nameSDCZ50-016G-A46
Total capacity16 GB
Ports & slots
USB standardUSB 2.0
Size & build
Product dimensions1.63 × 0.69 × 0.29 in (41.5 × 17.6 × 7.4 mm)
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 6 mm

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Questions about this item

Will the USB 2.0 interface on this 16GB Cruzer Blade work with the USB 1.1 ports on my older laptop?

Yes, USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1, so the drive will function on those ports at the slower 1.1 speed.

How can I confirm the drive is operating correctly after plugging it in?

The drive should appear in your file manager as a removable disk with roughly 16GB capacity, allowing you to copy a test file to and from it.

Does the package include a protective cap or lanyard, or must I buy those separately?

The drive has a compact silicon-and-plastic body measuring 41.5 x 17.6 x 7.4 mm; no cap or lanyard is mentioned in the specifications.

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