This difference in price is because the actual quality of the flash memory is different or offers different features. Grade A, B, and C flash memories are all really common in the USB market and it is really hard to tell what quality of flash memory is in your USB drives. Generally performing a speed test can give you an indication of which type you have. Grade A flash memory has the highest performance, and Grade C has the lowest performance.

Well below are a couple programs you can download to help you benchmark just how fast your particular USB flash drive is as well as give you insight into exactly what grade of flash you received.

Check Flash is a unique Benchmark tool that allows you to see multiple results. First and foremost, Check Flash will run read/write sequences on the USB flash drive to determine just how fast it can read information, and write information. An added bonus to Check Flash is that if there are any errors in the read/write process, it will display them. This can alert you to problems with the flash drive itself.

Check Flash can be downloaded for free and runs as an executable so no installation is required.

HD Speed is another USB Benchmarking tool that is super easy to use. Simply download the software, plug in your USB flash drive, run the program, select your drive, and hit Start. This program displays a graph detailing the USB drives performance throughout the testing procedure. As an added bonus, you can use this tool to test other forms of storage devices including hard drives and CD/DVD drives.

HD Speed is only compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.

Flash Memory Toolkit is unfortunately not an entirely free benchmarking program, but is still useful nonetheless. It is a fully functional multi tool that allows users to not only benchmark their devices, but it allows them recover lost files in the event of hardware failure, accidental deletion, or formatting.

The free software version allows a user access to several parts of the program, but not all. With the free version, users may see read speeds, but not write. Program is 766KB and requires installation to run.

Crystal Disk Mark allows you to benchmark multiple storage devices to determine their speed, but what makes it unique is that it allows you to perform multiple different tests on your drives. You can do a sequential read/write test, random 4k/512k read/writes, and text copy. Each result is displayed in a very simple user interface that is easy to read and understand.

Crystal Disk Mark is only 396KB in size and runs as an executable so no installation is necessary. Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, and 2003.

HD Tune is similar to Flash Memory Toolkit in that it has a free and paid version. With the free version a user can test their device and be shown the read results, but not the write. This tool is still really handy and easy to use even if you don’t purchase the paid version.

However with the Pro version of HD Tune you unlock new features that some users may find extremely useful. The pro version allows users benchmark their devices and displays the maximum, minimum, and average transfer speeds along with the burst rate and access time.

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Our new packaging options are the Recycled Brown Chipboard Box, the Small Magnetic Clear Plastic Box, and the Large Magnetic Clear Plastic Box. Each one of these new packaging options provides yet another way a customer can personalize their custom USB promotion and make their product/service stand out from the rest.

Our new Recycled Brown Chipboard USB Box is an excellent choice for those looking to lower their carbon footprint. All of these boxes are made out of recycled chipboard, hold 1 standard sized USB flash drive, and fold up easily and securely. So go Green by going Brown with our new Recycled Chipboard USB box!

No USB packaging selection would be complete without a Small Magnetic Clear Plastic USB Box! These small boxes are made from durable clear plastic with a foam insert to securely hold a USB drive. These boxes also feature a magnetic lid that easily and securely holds a flash drive inside, while still allowing your custom USB artwork to shine through.

Lastly our new Large Magnetic Clear Plastic USB Box is an excellent way of presenting your USB flash drive in style! These USB boxes are similar to their smaller cousins, but in a larger form. Each of these cases holds 1 USB flash drive, comes with a foam insert to secure the flash drive in place, and has a magnetic swing lid to keep the USB safe and secure.

If there are any questions about our new packaging options or how Premium USB can help you promote your next promotion, feel free to contact us, or leave a message below, and we will be more than glad to help you!

Buffalo has managed to cram an entire USB flash drive into what looks like to be about the size of a USB dongle. The Drive measures 18 (W) x 18 (H) x 8 (D) mm and this feat of modern technology can store up to an amazing 16GB of data, which is perfect for movies, mp3 files, pictures, data files, etc. When you consider its small stature and high data capacity, this drive tends to leave us speechless.

The drive itself is made from high quality plastic, comes in multiple colors including white, black, and red, as well as comes with a cap with Buffalo’s signature logo. As for the performance of the drive itself, well no information was given but it does run off of USB 2.0 technology and could have a top speed of 20-40mb/s.

For all of us here at Premium USB, this little USB flash drive was extremely impressive. To be able to insert a flash drive and never worry about accidentally hitting it and breaking a USB port was definitely a bonus. If you factor in the small profile, extreme portability, and the high data capacity, Buffalo’s new 5mm 16GB USB Flash Drive has yet again pushed the boundaries of what USBs can accomplish.

However, the World’s Smallest USB Flash drive does not come cheap. The estimated cost for the 16GB 5mm flash drive is around $140, which is enough to burn a hole in anyone’s pocket. But when you factor in the small form factor, large data capacity, color choices, and the limitless possibilities of having a USB drive the size of your thumbnail; then the price may be reasonable.

In our gallery you will be able to find custom shaped drives in many different shapes, styles, colors, materials, and capacities. For example, you can find sports themed drives including a soccer ball, football, baseball, bowling pin, etc as well as many other different styles and themes.

If you are unsure about creating a custom shaped drive, do not worry; creating a custom drive can seem like a daunting task. But with Premium USB, creating a custom drive couldn’t be easier or more beneficial for your campaign!

A custom shaped drive offers companies and individuals a chance to go above and beyond what they normally would and create a USB drive that will completely stand out of the crowd. With a custom drive, you can literally create anything that you see in your mind in almost any way, shape, or form you wish. It is possible to create USBs from company symbols, mascots, company name, or other countless possibilities of your choosing.

Our new custom shaped gallery is a great starting place for brainstorming ideas and visualizing how custom shaped USB drive work, we recommend visiting our gallery and start brainstorming ideas. Once you have an idea, sketch it out and get a rough idea of how you would want it to look and work.

After you are done sketching, give Premium USB a call and let us know what you would like your drive to look like. We can help you every step of the way and thanks to our quality and proofing procedures, you will get a USB drive that lives up to your expectations.