Patriot 256GB Supersonic Boost Series USB 3.2 Flash Drive with Up to 150MB/Sec - PEF256GSBUSB
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| Brand | Patriot Memory |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 256 |
| Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Special Feature | Water Resistant |
| Read Speed | 150 Megabytes Per Second |
About this item
- Up to 150MB/s Read
- High Speed USB 3.0 Compatible (backwards compatible to USB 2.0)
- Rubberized housing provides a durable and rugged exterior that safeguards the drives from the elements
- Plug and play compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac OS
- Up to 150MB/s Read
- High Speed USB 3.0 Compatible (backwards compatible to USB 2.0)
- Rubberized housing provides a durable and rugged exterior that safeguards the drives from the elements
- Plug and play compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac OS
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| Sold By | — | Official Patriot Memory Store | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
| memory capacity | — | 500 GB | 256 GB | 128 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| write speed | — | 300 | 250 MB per second | — | — | 900 MB per second |
| read speed | 150 megabytes per second | 600 megabytes per second | 600 megabytes per second | — | 130 megabytes per second | 1000 megabytes per second |
From the manufacturer
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CAPACITIESThe Supersonic Boost XT provides something for everyone with capacities ranging from 8GB up to 256GB. |
SPEEDWith Patriot’s Supersonic Boost XT you can take advantage of up to 5x faster transfer speeds when compared to USB 2.0 technology, and can reach read speeds of up to 150MB/sec. |
HOUSINGDesigned with an ultra-durable rubberized water resistant housing, the Supersonic Boost XT will not only provide the increased speeds of USB 3.0, but also provide the best protection from the elements and wear and tear of heavy everyday use! |
Product information
| Read Speed | 150 Megabytes Per Second |
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| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Flash Memory Type | USB |
| Additional Features | Water Resistant |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 256 |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
| Color | Black |
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| Global Trade Identification Number | 00815530016120, 00132018261729 |
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| Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| ASIN | B00F9V72H4 |
| Manufacturer | Patriot |
| UPC | 815530016120 |
| Brand Name | Patriot Memory |
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Product Description
Gain the performance advantage with the Supersonic Boost XT. Supporting USB 3.0, the new standard in USB flash storage, the Supersonic Boost XT provides superior transfer speeds over USB 2.0 with performance of up to 150MB/s. This extra performance makes the Supersonic Boost XT the perfect choice for large file transfers so you can always have your data in a fast paced, demanding lifestyle. Never be afraid to take your data anywhere. Designed with an ultra-durable rubberized water resistant housing, the Patriot Supersonic Boost XT will not only provide the increased speeds of USB 3.0 but also provide the best protection from harsh elements and the wear and tear of heavy everyday use. Offering superior compatibility with easy plug and play functionality, the Supersonic Boost XT delivers seamless compatibility with Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Linux 2.4 and later, Mac OS9, X and later. The rubberized housing provides a durable and rugged exterior that safeguards the drives from the elements. It is protected from any shock and physical damage as well as water resistant offering protection from various elements.
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Customers like the speed, functionality, and durability of the flash drive. They mention it's incredibly fast, performs extremely well, and is durable. Some also say it's reliable and well worth the price.
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Customers like the speed of the flash drive. They mention it's incredibly fast, excellent for the cost, and transfers video files quickly.
"Amazing upload speeds...." Read more
"...Overall, this is a very good flash drive to get. It's fast, durable, and reliant. I would definitely recommend this flash drive." Read more
"...Overall, I am very happy with this drive. It is great for fast file transfers, and if reformatted as NTFS, can be used for ReadyBoost in Windows 7..." Read more
"...Great Sequential Write speed - 60 MB/sec sustained on my test system (with some drops when my system buffer couldn't keep up)..." Read more
Customers like the functionality of the flash drive. They mention it performs extremely well, is drop-proof, and works great with both 3.0 and 2.0 on Windows 8.1. Some say they have never experienced performance drops or corrupted data on the Patriot. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's functionality.
"...Final thoughts: I am very impressed with the performance of these Patriot XT parts, but I ordered a Patriot Supersonic RAGE 128GB last night, and I..." Read more
"...purchased the Patriot 256GB Boost XT USB 3 flash drive and it performs extremely well... for read purposes and most write purposes...." Read more
"...Just a little tip.They work great, they're water proof, (I spill coffee all the time lol,) the larger USB's, probably better for less..." Read more
"...I must admit, I find the outside lettering and design childish and unprofessional (not quite mature tech male) so I put a binder clip over it and..." Read more
Customers like the durability of the flash drive. They say it's very durable, sturdy, and steady for years to come. The rubber case boosts its lifetime and makes it sturdier.
"...Overall, this is a very good flash drive to get. It's fast, durable, and reliant. I would definitely recommend this flash drive." Read more
"...in both our work environments (humanities, educational) but they look rugged and serious, and they're completely reliable...." Read more
"...in a good package, and has a soft rubbery grip that is nice and sturdy...." Read more
"...Like the older version that I have, this drive is nearly indestructible...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the flash drive. They mention it's reliable, holds a ton of music and programs, and is the best 3.0 USB stick out there. Some say it's useful and durable.
"...Overall, this is a very good flash drive to get. It's fast, durable, and reliant. I would definitely recommend this flash drive." Read more
"...Overall this is a nice little USB thumb drive that provides excellent speeds in an enclosure that will stand the test of time. Recommended." Read more
"...No matter, both of these flash drives are fantastic...." Read more
"This is a great little USB drive. Works just as advertised...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value for money of the flash drive. They mention it's durable, has a medium speed, and is inexpensive.
"...Good price compared to other 256GB USB offeringsCONS:Slow random write speedAverage random read speed..." Read more
"...This was the easiest and most cost effective way to be able to transport documents home and back to work again...." Read more
"...Overall, this is a good flash drive for the money...." Read more
"...It's worthy of 5 starts +. It's worth every penny." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the flash drive's storage capacity. They mention it holds a lot of music and programs, and works as expected. Some say it's the perfect solution for their USB storage needs and has a place to store the cap on the back of the drive.
"...a tight fit but worked, this model is a bit more compact and has twice the capacity and fits perfectly inside the chassis so there is nothing to..." Read more
"Great to have the space and still maintain excellent speed...." Read more
"Works as expected.Have data stored on a couple, after a year still working without any corruption or data loss." Read more
"...to the conclusion that this memory stick was the perfect solution for my USB storage needs...." Read more
Customers like the rubber exterior of the flash drive. They say it provides excellent shock resistance, keeps sand and water out, and is encased in a nice rubber-like cover. Some also like the rubbery feel and the durable body.
"...Also, since it's made out of rubber, it wont show any scratches. (My old flash drive has many scratches on it and looks very beaten up.)..." Read more
"...This drive also has a rubber sheath around it protecting it if dropped...." Read more
"...The hardware is encased in a hard rubberized enclosure that keeps the device safe...." Read more
"...USB Flash Drives, they are reliable, durable, and have a nice rubber body to protect it, I have not had one fail on me yet, and they run 24 X 7...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the flash drive. Some mention it's small, while others say it's a little bulky.
"...is a bit more compact and has twice the capacity and fits perfectly inside the chassis so there is nothing to bump or lose on the outside of the..." Read more
"...Upon opening it, I liked it! It is not as small and flashy as many others but for my purposes it was perfect...." Read more
"...It's not slippery, and it's the right size - not so tiny you need tweezers to handle it. I highly recommend this product...." Read more
"...Rubber caps on this batch of 2 that I got fit nice and snug...." Read more
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Blazing Fast Read Speed, Good Sequential Write Speed, Average to Poor Random Write Speed.
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Edit: Did the downloads on Friday. The download speed to the Eluktronics SSD hovered around 160-165MB/s, usually with slow but quickly accelerating starts to stable speed (remember, these are all sequential files averaging about 30GB). Top download speed noted was 202MB/s (but it was achieving that only for a few seconds), but bursts in the 180MB/s range that lasted for over 30 seconds were very common. Additionally, I acquired a 256GB part over the weekend, and I saw similar upload speeds to it (again massive Kontakt libraries), from an 1TB SSD in a 4.6GHz 6700K box, although long duration upload speeds in excess of 60MB/s were more common.
Final thoughts: I am very impressed with the performance of these Patriot XT parts, but I ordered a Patriot Supersonic RAGE 128GB last night, and I'll compare the performance with the XT sometime next week.
Overall, this is a very good flash drive to get. It's fast, durable, and reliant. I would definitely recommend this flash drive.
I must admit, I find the outside lettering and design childish and unprofessional (not quite mature tech male) so I put a binder clip over it and remove the clip's handles. Note that on one side is says "Patriot" in white letters rather discrete but visible, which is a little odd of you're not a flag waving Republican. My wife uses a flash drive a lot too (I've had problems with Dropbox and do not recommend it) so I bought her one. She said "wow, this looks military grade!" and has been using it happily too, but with no binder clip. She doesn't mind the outside design. They look completely out of place in both our work environments (humanities, educational) but they look rugged and serious, and they're completely reliable.
They are wider than usual drives, so if your USB ports are very close together you may not be able to use the port next to it. That's never been a problem for us. I've also always been afraid of losing the rubber cap, but I actually never have over the past years, although there have been some close calls. I still religious back up my active files in case I lose the drive or it breaks, but that has yet to happen over the years.
1. Corsair Flash Voyager 32 GB USB 3.0 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0068ZX2CY/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i01)
Read Speed: 85 MB/s;
Write Speed: 36 MB/s
2. ADATA Superior Series S102 PRO 32 GB USB 3.0 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005Y8C2IG/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00)
Read Speed: 84 MB/s;
Write Speed: 40 MB/s
3. Patriot Memory Supersonic Boost XT USB 3.0 (This Drive)
Read Speed: 142 MB/s;
Write Speed: 36 MB/s
Basically, the read speed on this drive blows other comparably priced drives away, while the write speed holds its own.
This drive also has a rubber sheath around it protecting it if dropped.
Only ding I would give it is that, because of the rubber sheath it won't let you plug another flash drive into an adjacent USB slot. It's still slim enough that you can plug in a USB cable into the adjacent slot without pushing this drive out though.
I can't comment on the longevity of this drive since I've only owned it for a couple days, but from reading other reviews here, it seems like Patriot has a good track record for this line.
Overall, I am very happy with this drive. It is great for fast file transfers, and if reformatted as NTFS, can be used for ReadyBoost in Windows 7 or Windows 8 with the full 32 GB capacity - gives a nice speed bump while multitasking.
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Reviewed in Italy on August 31, 2019









