--- product_id: 38958261 title: "SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black" brand: "sandisk" price: "€ 0.43" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/38958261-sandisk-256gb-extreme-pro-usb-3-1-solid-state-flash store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 420MB/s read speed 256GB storage capacity 128-bit AES encryption SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black **Brand:** sandisk **Price:** € 0.43 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Unlock Speed & Security in the Palm of Your Hand ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black by sandisk - **How much does it cost?** € 0.43 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/38958261-sandisk-256gb-extreme-pro-usb-3-1-solid-state-flash) ## Best For - sandisk enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sandisk brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Secure Your Secrets:** Built-in SanDisk Secure Access software offers 128-bit AES encryption and password protection for peace of mind. - • **Compact & Lightweight:** Ultra-portable design fits effortlessly in your pocket or laptop bag, perfect for on-the-go professionals. - • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience up to 420MB/s read and 380MB/s write speeds—cut your wait time and boost productivity. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with USB 3.1, 3.0, and 2.0 ports—plug in and power up without hassle. - • **Military-Grade Durability:** Sleek aluminum casing protects your data with style and resilience wherever you go. ## Overview The SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive delivers ultra-fast read speeds up to 420MB/s and write speeds up to 380MB/s, housed in a durable aluminum casing. Featuring 128-bit AES encryption with SanDisk Secure Access software, it ensures your data stays protected. Compatible with USB 3.1, 3.0, and 2.0 ports, this lightweight, compact drive is ideal for professionals who demand speed, security, and portability. ## Description With write speeds of up to 150MB/s, the SanDisk Extreme Go USB 3.1 Flash Drive lets you quickly copy and go. Up to 35X faster than standard USB 2.0 drives, so you can transfer a 4K movie to the drive in less than 40 seconds. The design keeps the retractable connector protected when not in use, and the included SanDisk Secure Access software provides password protection of your private files while leaving the rest of the drive available for sharing. Review: It’s a really nice usb stick. Seems fast. - I just got mine a week ago and put it straight to use. I’m using it as a Windows 10 recovery drive and to store a backup image file of my whole main drive. That’s all. No movies, no music, no games. It seemed much faster than any usb stick I’ve ever used, but haven’t done any benchmark testing on it. It’s got a lot of storage in a small device, for the price. (By the way... the system image file I have is one for Macrium Reflect, so in case of main drive failure, first I’d have to re-install windows 10 on a working drive, then install Macrium to use the image. Windows recovery won’t use an image on a usb drive.) For a lot of portable music, photo and data storage it’s simpler and very useful. Review: These are great!! - Solid state thumb drive; fast, reliable data transfer. Available in large denominations (up to 1 TB). Great value. ## Features - Super-fast solid state performance, read speeds of up to 420MB/s; write speeds of up to 380MB/s - Sophisticated design with durable aluminum metal casing - SanDisk Secure Access software included for 128-bit AES file encryption and password protection - Backward-compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports.Dimensions:11.0 x 21.0 x 71.0 millimeter; 0.45 x 0.84 x 2.79 inches ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01N7QDO7M | | Additional Features | Lightweight | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,558 in USB Flash Drives | | Brand | SANDISK | | Built-In Media | SanDisk Extreme PRO 128GB USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Compatibility: Based on 4K video transfer (4GB) with USB 3.1, Gen 1 or USB 3.0 host device. (COMPATIBLE WITH USB 3.0 AND 2.0 PORTS) | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,459 Reviews | | Flash Memory Type | USB | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00619659152826 | | Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type A | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Type Name | SanDisk SDCZ880-256G-G46 Extreme PRO 256GB USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive | | Item Weight | 18.14 g | | Manufacturer | Sandisk | | Memory Storage Capacity | 256 GB | | Mfr Part Number | SDCZ880-256G-G46 | | Model Name | SanDisk Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive | | Model Number | SDCZ880-256G-G46 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Read Speed | 420 megabytes_per_second | | Special Feature | Lightweight | | UPC | 619659152826 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Lifetime Limited Manufacturer Warranty | | Write Speed | 380 MB/s | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sandisk - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Memory Storage Capacity:** 256 GB - **Special Feature:** Lightweight - **Write Speed:** 380 MB/s ## Images ![SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fk7hnIrpL.jpg) ![SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LkZzYLeML.jpg) ![SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51g77olgB+L.jpg) ![SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Z4t-pMafL.jpg) ![SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61aD+e9vI3L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why does sandisk refer to this as solid state when it is really just a fast flash drive, and why the critical reviews?** A: SanDisk refers to this as a solid state drive because it is a solid state drive in a flash drive form factor over a USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface. This device uses a SSD controller over an SCSI-to-USB bridge. A typical flash drive uses an eMMC controller, which optimistically has similar peak read speeds but falls flat with writes, complex workloads, and extended continuous use. For an example of this distinction in practice, a USB SCSI device such as this can be configured for direct access by a Windows Hyper-V hypervisor. Most USB SSD devices support TRIM and all that I'm aware of support SMART. As a cautionary note, there are some products that support flash drives that won't support this device or similar. For instance, I once attempted to use a similar device with a printer/copier that could print from flash drives, but the printer didn't support USB SCSI and failed to mount the drive (formatted with a single exFAT partition). It was able to print from an exFAT traditional flash drive. **Q: Since this usb is 3.1, will the speed be less if I'm using it on the usb 3.0 port on my pc? If yes, by how much?** A: Short answer - No. Per USB.org, the terms "USB 3.0" and "USB 3.1 Generation 1" are "synonymous" for the same 2008 technology. The change from "USB 3.0" to "3.1 Gen 1" was just a (very confusing) marketing/licensing rebranding issue. So USB 3.0 = USB 3.1 Gen 1 = max 5 Gigabits per second (Gbps) = 625 Megabytes per second (MBps). Simple ... until 2013 when they introduced the next generation technology at double the speed as "USB 3.1 Gen 2" = max 10 Gbps. Note the "Gen 2". So now if you want the older 5 Gbps, look for "USB 3.0" or "USB 3.1 Gen 1" or just plain "USB 3.1". But if your PC supports it and you want to make sure you're getting the new 10 Gbps technology, absolutely look for the additional "Gen 2" or don't buy it. **Q: How does the slider on top of this usb stick lock? Do you have to press the slider down or something to move it up and down?** A: You can extend the connector whether or not you press down on the button. Once extended, the connector locks in place requiring you to press down on the button to retract it. However, it's pretty easy to accidentally press down on the button while inserting the drive to your computer or usb hub. So you must avoid that if you want to insert it easily. Hold it along the edges or wrap your finger across the back and down the side and you can insert it easily. **Q: Does this need to be reformatted to store a large single file greater than 4gb** A: Actually the 256GB arrived exFAT, allocation unit size 1024k, probably ideal for large files such as video. The down side is that if you try to store a large number of files, such as 245,000 jpg that are about 130GB total on my computer, Windows 10 would report not enough space! The simple solution is to reformat in exFAT with an allocation unit size of 128k or less. Then everything fits since not so much wasted space of each file. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s a really nice usb stick. Seems fast. *by E***F on October 19, 2020* I just got mine a week ago and put it straight to use. I’m using it as a Windows 10 recovery drive and to store a backup image file of my whole main drive. That’s all. No movies, no music, no games. It seemed much faster than any usb stick I’ve ever used, but haven’t done any benchmark testing on it. It’s got a lot of storage in a small device, for the price. (By the way... the system image file I have is one for Macrium Reflect, so in case of main drive failure, first I’d have to re-install windows 10 on a working drive, then install Macrium to use the image. Windows recovery won’t use an image on a usb drive.) For a lot of portable music, photo and data storage it’s simpler and very useful. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These are great!! *by G***Z on October 7, 2024* Solid state thumb drive; fast, reliable data transfer. Available in large denominations (up to 1 TB). Great value. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I LOVE THIS DRIVE *by M***N on June 18, 2020* I bought both sizes and I use it as Windows to Go in one and Ubuntu on the smaller one. They both perform well and have had no problem so far. It is as fast as my SSD Hard drive (Samsung Evo 2tb). I do not notice any difference. The 256 has Windows 10 Pro, Office 365 and also VPN services for when I travel. At home I use it as a "disposable" computer: I do not care about Viruses and/or Ransomware. Is is like having my computer in a stick! I hope they will make bigger sizes soon. I put 3 stars on Tech support as I did not need it so far so I stayed in the middle!!!! ## Frequently Bought Together - SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.1 Solid State Flash Drive - SDCZ880-256G-G46, Black - SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO USB 3.2 Solid State Flash Drive - Up to 420MB/s, Durable Aluminum Metal Casting - SDCZ880-256G-GAM46,Black - Sennheiser Pro Audio Professional HD 25 On-Ear DJ Headphones Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/38958261-sandisk-256gb-extreme-pro-usb-3-1-solid-state-flash](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/38958261-sandisk-256gb-extreme-pro-usb-3-1-solid-state-flash) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-10-21*