Raspberry Pi launches a USB flash drive that won’t flake under pressure

Raspberry Pi is now launching its own USB 3.0 memory stick, the Raspberry Pi Flash Drive, which promises higher quality and more reliable performance than many cheaper alternatives on the market. It’s available in two versions: 128GB and 256GB.

According to Raspberry Pi, the smaller 128GB model has a write speed of up to 75 MB/s while the larger 256GB model reaches up to 150 MB/s. To combine high performance with stability, the memory uses pSLC cache for fast writes in short bursts while long-term performance is measured without cache benefits. Design-wise, it has an easy-grip aluminum casing, a keyring hole, and a laser-engraved Raspberry Pi logo.

Raspberry Pi writes that it has been tested through tens of thousands of random power outages and disconnections under load to ensure that data is not lost in everyday situations. On top of that, there’s support for SSD-like SMART health reporting, TRIM commands, and automatic low-power mode when the device is not in use.

The Raspberry Pi Flash Drive is available to buy now and costs $30 for the 128GB model and $55 for the 256GB model.