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product_id: 486940651
title: "Amazon Basics 256 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive, High Capacity External Storage for Photos Videos, Retractable Design, 130MB/s Transfer Speed, Black"
brand: "amazon basics"
price: "AR$253986"
currency: ARS
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Amazon Basics"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/486940651-amazon-basics-256-gb-ultra-fast-usb-3-1-flash
store_origin: AR
region: Argentina
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# 130MB/s ultra-fast read speed 256GB massive storage Retractable, pocket-safe design Amazon Basics 256 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive, High Capacity External Storage for Photos Videos, Retractable Design, 130MB/s Transfer Speed, Black

**Brand:** amazon basics
**Price:** AR$253986
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Carry Your Digital World at Lightning Speed

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Amazon Basics 256 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive, High Capacity External Storage for Photos Videos, Retractable Design, 130MB/s Transfer Speed, Black by amazon basics
- **How much does it cost?** AR$253986 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/486940651-amazon-basics-256-gb-ultra-fast-usb-3-1-flash)

## Best For

- amazon basics enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted amazon basics brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durable & Lightweight:** Sturdy yet featherlight at just 9g—built to keep your data safe without weighing down your essentials.
- • **Massive 256GB Capacity:** Store up to 64,000 12MP photos or 978 minutes of 1080p video—carry your entire digital life effortlessly.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with USB 3.0/2.0 ports on Windows and Mac—plug and play without hassle across all your devices.
- • **Sleek Retractable Design:** Protect your USB connector with a smooth telescopic slide—no caps to lose, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
- • **Blazing Fast USB 3.1 Speeds:** Experience transfer speeds up to 130MB/s, 15x faster than USB 2.0—cut your wait time and boost productivity.

## Overview

The Amazon Basics 256GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive offers high-capacity external storage with read speeds up to 130MB/s. Its retractable design safeguards the connector, making it ideal for professionals needing reliable, fast, and portable data transfer. Compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0 ports, it supports large files and is lightweight for everyday carry.

## Description

An desertcart Brand

Review: Excellent product - I picked up the desertcart Basics 128 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 drive because I needed something reliable for backing up photos and transferring larger files between my home and work computers. The price seemed reasonable, and I’ve had decent luck with desertcart Basics in the past, so I figured it was worth a try. After a few weeks of use, I don’t really have any complaints. The drive is small enough to toss in a bag or pocket, but not so tiny that it feels like I’ll lose it instantly. It recognized quickly on both my Windows desktop and my older linux system, and transferring files is fast; definitely noticeably faster than the older USB 2.0 drives I’ve used. I’ve been able to move big video files and large batches of photos without much waiting around. No problems with corrupted files so far. The casing is plastic, but it feels sturdy enough for normal daily use. I’m not rough with my stuff, so that’s fine by me. There’s no fancy branding or gimmicks;just a simple, functional flash drive that does what I need it to do. If you’re looking for something basic that gets the job done without costing too much, I think this is a solid choice.
Review: Amazing Value - Great price, Has a lot of storage! I bought this to make some space on my laptop. Super easy to use, you just plug in and drag everything you want into it! I like how its retractable so the usb stays safe and protected. Connects with no problems to all of my laptops!

## Features

- 256GB ultra fast USB 3.1 flash drive with high-speed transmission; read speeds up to 130MB/s
- Store videos, photos, and songs; 256 GB capacity = 64,000 12MP photos or 978 minutes 1080P video recording
- Note: Actual storage capacity shown by a device's OS may be less than the capacity indicated on the product label due to different measurement standards. The available storage capacity is higher than 230GB.
- 15x faster than USB 2.0 drives; USB 3.1 Gen 1 / USB 3.0 port required on host devices to achieve optimal read/write speed; Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 host devices at lower speed. Read speed up to 130MB/s and write speed up to 30MB/s are based on internal tests conducted under controlled conditions , Actual read/write speeds also vary depending on devices used, transfer files size, types and other factors
- Stylish appearance,retractable, telescopic design with key hole
- High-quality NAND FLASH flash memory chips can effectively protect your data security
- Note: No integrated LED light indicator
- Note: FAT32 is the factory default drive format which is read/write compatible with Windows and Mac OS. If you are transferring a file size over 4GB, please reformat the drive to exFAT or NTFS.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B61DGG18 |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,115 in Our Brands ( See Top 100 in Our Brands ) #36 in USB Flash Drives |
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | USB-enabled devices |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 33,479 Reviews |
| Flash Memory Type | USB |
| Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Hardware Interface | USB 2.0, USB 3.0 |
| Item Weight | 9.07 g |
| Manufacturer | Amazon |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 256 GB |
| Mfr Part Number | LS21USB256G1 |
| Model Number | LS21USB256G1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Read Speed | 130 megabytes_per_second |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| UPC | 840095889704 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Write Speed | 30 megabytes_per_second |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Amazon Basics
- **Hardware Interface:** USB 2.0, USB 3.0
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 256 GB
- **Special Feature:** Lightweight
- **Write Speed:** 30 megabytes_per_second

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product
*by S***I on July 19, 2025*

I picked up the Amazon Basics 128 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 drive because I needed something reliable for backing up photos and transferring larger files between my home and work computers. The price seemed reasonable, and I’ve had decent luck with Amazon Basics in the past, so I figured it was worth a try. After a few weeks of use, I don’t really have any complaints. The drive is small enough to toss in a bag or pocket, but not so tiny that it feels like I’ll lose it instantly. It recognized quickly on both my Windows desktop and my older linux system, and transferring files is fast; definitely noticeably faster than the older USB 2.0 drives I’ve used. I’ve been able to move big video files and large batches of photos without much waiting around. No problems with corrupted files so far. The casing is plastic, but it feels sturdy enough for normal daily use. I’m not rough with my stuff, so that’s fine by me. There’s no fancy branding or gimmicks;just a simple, functional flash drive that does what I need it to do. If you’re looking for something basic that gets the job done without costing too much, I think this is a solid choice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Value
*by E***M on June 18, 2026*

Great price, Has a lot of storage! I bought this to make some space on my laptop. Super easy to use, you just plug in and drag everything you want into it! I like how its retractable so the usb stays safe and protected. Connects with no problems to all of my laptops!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Large size and reliable
*by M***C on May 1, 2026*

Bought this to transfer a large amount of photos over from one device to another for slightly more stable storage. 256GB is a pretty good size for an affordable flash drive. Plug-and-play pretty much, worked immediately. Transfers have been quick, and we haven't had any issues with data being corrupted or missing or anything like that. Good flash drive.

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*Product available on Desertcart Argentina*
*Store origin: AR*
*Last updated: 2026-08-25*