In any flash drive, the most important thing is speed and reliability. Together with the DNS Lab, we have selected the fastest USB sticks from our catalog. The laboratory measured real data on the speed of writing and reading data, and we have compiled a selection of the 10 fastest and best devices.
A-data UV350
USB Flash Memory 32 GB A-Data UV350 [AUV350-32G-RBK] 550 *
The rating is opened by a concise A-data UV350 flash drive in a silver-gray casing. It works according to the modern USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard, which until recently we knew as USB 3.1 Gen 1. The storage capacity is 32 GB, of which 28.9 are actually available. The maximum data write speed measured by our laboratory is 25.4 MB/s, and the maximum read speed is 93.8 MB/s.
Silicon Power Jewel J01
USB Flash Memory 32GB Silicon Power Jewel J01 [SP032GBUF3J01V1R]
The next contestant is an even more compact version, this time Silicon Power Jewel J01 in an aluminum case. A 32 GB flash drive with 29.9 GB actually available also works according to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard. The speeds are not much, but still higher than the previous model: 34.2 MB / s for writing and 123.2 MB / s for reading data . The flash drive also heats up a little more – 40 Ā° C at maximum load versus 33 Ā° C for the A-data UV350.
Samsung BAR Plus
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Samsung BAR Plus [MUF-32BE3/APC] 1 199 *
The most expensive flash drive in the entire collection, but also with the highest reading speed. With 32 GB of memory available we have 29.8. The write speed is not much different from previous devices – 34.3 MB / s, but reading – already 227 MB / s. Buyers note the reliability of this device, a stable speed without brakes and a nice all-metal case.
Apacer AH15F
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Apacer AH15F [AP32GAH15FA-1] 470 *
Not as futuristic-stylish as Samsung, but also in a metal, shock-resistant case – the Apacer flash drive also confidently took its place in the list of “fastest”. True, it will not be able to compete with the previous model – 36.9 MB / s maximum write speed, 89.3 MB / s – read. With rather modest speed indicators, the device heats up quite well – 44 Ā° C at maximum load. It also works according to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard.
Transcend JetFlash 360
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Transcend JetFlash 360 [TS32GJF360] 550 *
The old man on USB 2.0 made his way into our selection like a partisan. Could the Transcend JetFlash 360 flash drive compete with the more recent USB 3.2 Gen 1 models? In terms of recording speed, itās quite – with a very modest 7 MB / s declared by the manufacturer, in fact, this model confidently produces all 37.3 MB / s. But the data reading speed is not so pleasant – real 35.9 MB / s. This flash drive does not differ either in the latest standard of operation, or in some special design – an ordinary plastic case. Nevertheless, buyers praise it for its reliability and durability, working with this device for years.
GoodRam UCL3
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Goodram UCL3 [UCL3-0320K0R11] 530 *
Back to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard again. With a total of 32 GB, 28.8 GB are available. The speeds are kept at confident and quite good indicators: 40.7 MB / s maximum write speed, 92 MB / s – for reading. The device heats up very slightly – 34 Ā° C at high load. Well, a nice feature from the manufacturer is the system for auto-closing the flash drive when removed from the USB port.
Sandisk Ultra Flair
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Sandisk Ultra Flair [SDCZ73-032G-G46] 699 *
Hundreds of reviews about stable operation and high speeds and people’s consumer love. Still would! At a modest cost, Sandisk Ultra Flair on the USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard shows very good results. 43.3 MB/s maximum write speed and an impressive 164.9 MB/s read. At the same time, the device is ultra-compact and shockproof. But there is also a small drawback – the flash drive heats up to 57 Ā° C during operation. Hot stuff!
Apacer AH25
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Apacer AH25 [AP32GAH25BR-1] 599 *
Another Apacer in the collection, but much more nimble than his brother in the shop. When writing, you can count on a maximum of 48.5 MB / s, and when reading data – at 115.4 MB / s. But it heats up in the same way – 44 Ā° C under load. This model also works on USB 3.2 Gen 1, and out of the declared 32 GB, 28.8 is available.
Transcend JetFlash 730
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Transcend JetFlash 730 [TS32GJF730] 799 *
A more modern version from Transcend is JetFlash 730. Unlike the 360th model, it received the modern USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard and, as a result, a noticeable increase in speed. 58.3 MB / s for writing – one of the highest rates of all devices presented in the selection. The data reading speed did not let us down either – 104.7 MB / s. At the same time, the flash drive heats up slightly – 33 Ā° C at maximum loads. It has no design features such as impact resistance.
Transcend JetFlash 700
USB Flash Memory 32 GB Transcend JetFlash 700 [TS32GJF700] 799 *
And another device from Transcend on USB 3.2 Gen 1, which can be safely called the winner of the selection in terms of data recording speed. If the 730th version produced a record 58.3 MB / s for the list, then the JetFlash 700 jumps over these figures, demonstrating 69.7 MB / s. At the same time, the read speed remains the same – 104.7 MB / s, as that of the JetFlash 730.
