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Silver and black USB flash drive with Lightning connector

SanDisk

SanDisk SDIX30N-016G 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Silver/Black

SKU CH-H3ZJ-RKB2A

16 GB USB 3.0 flash drive with Lightning connector for iPhone and iPad, read up to 20 MB/s and write up to 5 MB/s

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • 16GB capacity stores photos and documents
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers 20MB/s read speed
  • Lightning connector works with iPhone and iPad
  • Silver and black design fits any setup
  • 16GB capacity suits everyday file transfers

16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive for Portable Storage

The SanDisk SDIX30N-016G provides 16GB of capacity for transferring files between devices with a USB port. It suits users who need a compact drive for documents, photos or small media libraries. The silver and black housing protects the connector during transport. This drive is not for buyers who want more storage than 16GB or who require a Type-C connector without an adapter.

Plug-and-Play Installation on Most Systems

Insert the drive into a USB 3.0 or compatible port and the operating system recognises it without extra drivers. The retractable design shields the connector when not in use, reducing the risk of bent pins. Bulk packaging means no retail box or cap is included, so keep the drive in a sleeve to avoid losing the moving slider mechanism.

Check Your Device Has a Standard USB-A Port

Verify that the host computer, car stereo or TV offers a full-size USB-A socket before ordering. The drive uses a USB 3.0 interface and will operate at USB 2.0 speeds on older ports. No software installation is required, but ensure the target system supports exFAT or FAT32 formatting for files larger than 4GB.

How it compares

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

Price $24.99
Cheaper than about 60% 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 $1.56 per GB
Cheaper than about 56% of the 146 comparable items (median $1.88 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSanDisk
Model nameSDIX30N-016G
Total capacity16 GB

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the drive is delivering the quoted 20 MB/s read speed after I plug it in?

Copy a large file to the drive and time the transfer; a sustained rate near 20 MB/s shows the USB 3.0 interface is operating as intended.

What comes in the package and do I need any extra cables or adapters for the Lightning connector?

The bulk pack contains only the 16 GB flash drive with its integrated USB 3.0 and Lightning ends; no separate cable or adapter is required.

Should I choose the 16 GB version or a larger capacity such as 32 GB or 64 GB?

Pick 16 GB if you mainly move documents and a few photos; step up to 32 GB or 64 GB when you regularly carry larger media libraries or backups.

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