The Kingston DataTraveler Kyson USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash Drive is a capless metal Type-A flash drive built for people who move files frequently and need a reliable drive that attaches to a keyring. It delivers up to 200MB/s read and 60MB/s write speeds over USB 3.2 Gen 1, making it a practical choice for transferring photos, videos, music and documents between devices.
Why This Product
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Up to 200MB/s read speed
— USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers up to 200MB/s read and 60MB/s write, keeping file transfers quick whether you're loading or saving content.
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Capless metal design
— The all-metal body has no cap to lose, and the compact form factor — just 39mm long and 4g — keeps it light in a pocket or bag.
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Functional loop for keyring carry
— A built-in loop lets you attach the drive to a keyring or lanyard so it stays close at hand wherever you go.
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5-year warranty with free technical support
— Kingston backs this drive with a 5-year limited warranty and free technical support for the life of that coverage.
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Broad OS compatibility
— Works with Windows 11, 10, macOS 10.15.x and later, Linux 4.4.x and later, and Chrome OS out of the box.
At a Glance
128GB
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Capacity
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128GB
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Read speed
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200MB/s
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Write speed
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60MB/s
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Interface
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USB Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1
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Warranty
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5-year limited
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Part number
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DTKN/128GB
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256GB
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Capacity
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256GB
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Read speed
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200MB/s
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Write speed
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60MB/s
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Interface
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USB Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1
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Warranty
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5-year limited
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Part number
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DTKN/256GB
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Compatibility
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✓ Windows 11 and Windows 10
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✓ macOS 10.15.x (Catalina) and later
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✓ Linux kernel 4.4.x and later
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✓ Chrome OS
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Note: Requires a USB Type-A port — devices with only USB-C ports need a separate adapter not included with this drive
Best For / Trade-offs
Best for:
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Frequent file movers
who need fast read speeds to load or play content directly from the drive without long waits.
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On-the-go users
who want a lightweight, keyring-friendly drive they can attach to keys or a bag and always have available.
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Multi-platform users
who switch between Windows, macOS, Linux and Chrome OS and need a drive that works across all of them.
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Long-term storage needs
backed by a 5-year warranty and free technical support from Kingston.
Trade-offs:
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USB-C only devices
— this drive has a Type-A connector only and will not plug into USB-C ports without a separate adapter.
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Write-intensive workflows
— at up to 60MB/s write, tasks that involve constantly writing large files will be slower than on higher-write drives.
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Capacities above 256GB
— this product is available only in 128GB and 256GB options; larger storage requirements are not covered.
Description
Kingston® DataTraveler® Kyson™ is a high-performance Type-A USB flash drive with extremely fast transfer speeds of up to 200MB/s Read and 60MB/s Write1, allowing quick and convenient file transfers. With up to 512GB2 of storage, you can store and share photos, videos, music and other content on the go. The capless metal design will save you the trouble of losing a cap, and the functional loop makes it easy to be taken wherever you go. DataTraveler Kyson is a stylish, dependable USB-A Flash drive that comes with a limited 5-year warranty.
Specifications
128GB
General
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Brand
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Kingston
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Part number
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DTKN/128GB
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EAN
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740617309119
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Capacity
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128GB
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Performance
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Interface
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USB Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1
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Sequential read
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200MB/s
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Sequential write
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60MB/s
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Physical
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Dimensions
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39mm x 12.6mm x 4.9mm
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Weight
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4g
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Operating temperature
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0°C to 60°C
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Storage temperature
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-20°C to 85°C
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Compatibility & support
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Compatible systems
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Windows 11, 10; macOS 10.15.x+; Linux 4.4.x+; Chrome OS
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Warranty
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5-year limited warranty with free technical support
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256GB
General
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Brand
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Kingston
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Part number
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DTKN/256GB
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EAN
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740617309195
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Capacity
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256GB
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Performance
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Interface
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USB Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1
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Sequential read
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200MB/s
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Sequential write
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60MB/s
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Physical
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Dimensions
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39mm x 12.6mm x 4.9mm
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Weight
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4g
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Operating temperature
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0°C to 60°C
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Storage temperature
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-20°C to 85°C
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Compatibility & support
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Compatible systems
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Windows 11, 10; macOS 10.15.x+; Linux 4.4.x+; Chrome OS
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Warranty
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5-year limited warranty with free technical support
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