KINGSTON

Kingston DataTraveler Kyson USB flash drive 512 GB, USB 3.2 Gen 1, 200 MB/s, metal

The Kingston DataTraveler Kyson is a 512 GB USB flash drive in a metal body with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface and read speeds of up to 200 MB/s. The capless design leaves nothing to lose, and a loop at the end lets you attach it to a key ring.

  • Capacity: 512 GB
  • Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1), USB Type-A
  • Speed: up to 200 MB/s read, up to 60 MB/s write
  • Housing: metal, capless, key loop, silver
  • Size and weight: 39 × 12.6 × 4.9 mm, 4 g
  • Compatibility: Windows 10/8.1/8, Mac OS 10.10+, Linux 2.6+, ChromeOS

Description

Fast reads, moderate writes

Reading is where the Kyson shines: up to 200 MB/s, so films, photos and installers open quickly from the drive. Writes reach up to 60 MB/s, which means copying a 10 GB file onto it takes around three minutes. If you write to the drive occasionally and read from it often, such as a music library in the car or photos on a TV, that balance makes sense.

Who this USB flash drive is for

People who want a lot of capacity in a tiny body: at 39 mm long and 4.9 mm thin, it hangs on a key ring without getting in the way. 512 GB holds a whole photo archive, a music collection or plenty of films, and the metal housing copes with daily carrying better than plastic.

Specifications

General

BrandKINGSTON
Form factorCapless
Product colourSilver
Device interfaceUSB Type-A
Key ringYes
PIN-secured accessNo
Master (outer) case width114.3
Master (outer) case height93.98
Master (outer) case length120.65
Master (outer) case gross weight403.85
Products per master (outer) case25
EAN740617340761

Storage

Capacity512
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 85

Ports

USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)

Software & security

Fingerprint readerNo
Compatible operating systemsWindows 10, 8.1, 8, Mac OS (v.10.10.x +), Linux (v. 2.6.x +), Chrome OS

Performance & capacities

Operating temperature (T-T)0 – 60 °C
Read speed200
Write speed60

Dimensions & weight

Width12.6 mm
Depth39 mm
Height4.9 mm
Weight4 g

Questions & answers

Why is writing slower than reading?

On flash drives, writing is usually slower than reading. For this model the manufacturer specifies up to 60 MB/s write and up to 200 MB/s read; real speed depends on the computer and the files.

Does it work with ChromeOS and Mac?

Yes, the manufacturer lists Windows 10, 8.1 and 8, Mac OS 10.10 and later, Linux from 2.6 and ChromeOS.

Can I put it on my keys?

Yes, there is a loop for a key ring at the end of the body. There is no cap, as the connector is built into the metal housing.