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    USB Flash Drive Question

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Meetloaf13, Jul 31, 2008.

  1. Meetloaf13

    Meetloaf13 fear the MONKEY!!!

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    Hey guys,

    I'm about to pick up a flash drive, but I don't want to be stuck with a Turtle:

    I've narrowed it down to these two. Anyone know of a good site where I can compare performance of the two?

    Faster drive wins.

    Kingston 4GB USB 2.0 DataTraveler Style
    SanDisk 4GB Cruzer Micro USB 2.0 w/ Ready Boost

    Thanks
     
    Meetloaf13, Jul 31, 2008
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  2. elijahRW

    elijahRW Notebook Deity

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    I'd go for the Kingston brand b/c they make good memory :D
    It's not like you're buying a computer or a car. Get either one you want.
     
    elijahRW, Jul 31, 2008
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    Andy, Jul 31, 2008
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  4. Meetloaf13

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    Not going to use the "ReadyBoost" features...ReadyBoost is poo and I have enough RAM to conquer the world already :p
     
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    I am sorry I don't have a link to compare the specific ones that you mention but this site has some reviews of various flash drives.
     
    The Fire Snake, Jul 31, 2008
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    Go for the kingston....!!
    If you want to boost the transfer rates a bit, you can optimize them for performance in the device properties.
     
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  7. Meetloaf13

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    I purchased the Kingston. Couldn't find anything conclusive on which drive is better per se, but the Kingston was a few $ cheaper =D

    If you need a drive I got mine at buy.com for ~$11 shipped.


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    I have 3 reps/day (lame)...I think you all deserve some love.
     
    Meetloaf13, Jul 31, 2008
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