Kingston DataTraveler Max 512GB USB-C Flash Drive – USB 3.2 Gen 2

1,000MB/s Read · 900MB/s Write

SSD Speed on a Keyring

Typical USB sticks write at 30 to 150MB/s; the DataTraveler Max writes at up to 900MB/s and reads at up to 1,000MB/s. In practice, a camera card of RAW photos, a 4K video project or a laptop backup copies in a fraction of the usual time, and you can open and edit large files directly from the drive. To reach full speed, use a USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) USB-C port or faster — most current laptops, Thunderbolt 3/4 and USB4 ports qualify. On slower USB-C ports the drive still works quickly but the port limits the speed. 512GB holds a large photo or video library, a full work archive or several system backups.

USB-C · Mac, PC, iPad, Android, iPhone 15+

Plugs Straight Into Modern Devices

Because the connector is USB-C, the DataTraveler Max works directly with MacBook Air and Pro, USB-C Windows laptops, iPad Pro, iPad Air and recent iPads, many Android phones and tablets, and iPhone 15 and later — useful for moving videos off a phone or loading files onto an iPad in the Files app. It needs no drivers or software: it appears as a normal drive on Windows 11 and 10, macOS, Linux and ChromeOS. It comes formatted and can be reformatted to suit your devices, for example exFAT for sharing between Windows and Mac. If your computer only has USB-A ports, use a USB-C to USB-A adapter or choose the USB-A version of the DataTraveler Max.

Sliding Cap · LED · Keyring Loop · 12g

Designed to Carry Every Day

The ridged casing protects the USB-C connector with a one-handed sliding cap, so there is no separate cap to lose, and the grip makes it easy to pull out of a port. An LED status indicator shows when the drive is reading or writing — wait for it to stop and eject in your operating system before unplugging to protect your files. At 12 grams and 82mm long, with a keyring loop, it lives on your keys, a lanyard or a bag zip. As with all flash storage, it is ideal for moving and carrying files; keep a second copy of anything you cannot afford to lose.

Right choice if you…

✔ Move large video, photo or backup files regularly
✔ Use a USB-C laptop, iPad, Android phone or iPhone 15+
✔ Want SSD-class speed in something that fits on a keyring
✔ Need 512GB of fast portable storage

Consider something else if…

✘ Your computer only has USB-A ports — choose the USB-A version
✘ You only move small documents — a standard stick is far cheaper
✘ You have a Lightning iPhone (14 or older) — it will not fit

Kingston DataTraveler Max 512GB — Technical Specifications

In the Box

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get 1,000MB/s?

On a USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) USB-C port or faster, including Thunderbolt 3/4 and USB4. Slower ports still work but limit the speed.

Does it work with iPhone and iPad?

Yes with USB-C models — iPhone 15 and later and USB-C iPads — via the Files app. It does not fit Lightning iPhones (iPhone 14 and earlier).

Does it work with Mac and Windows?

Yes. It works with Windows 11 and 10, macOS, Linux and ChromeOS with no drivers. Format it as exFAT to share files between Windows and Mac.

My computer only has USB-A — will it work?

With a USB-C to USB-A adapter, yes. Alternatively choose the USB-A version of the DataTraveler Max.

What warranty does it have?

It is covered by Kingston’s manufacturer warranty.

Condition

Brand New — Retail Packaging

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (Kingston)

Delivery

Fully Tracked

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