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PNY PRO Elite V3 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive

Name: PNY PRO Elite V3 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive – Up to 1000MB/s Read, Up to 800MB/s Write, Extreme Performance for Professional Data Storage and
Brand: PNY
SKU: B0DNNHVJY6

Status: PNY PRO Elite V3 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 04:30 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The PNY PRO Elite V3 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive: 1000MB/s read speeds, up to 265x faster than standard USB 2.0 drives; main trade-off: type-A only, no USB-C connector for newer laptops or phones.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 1000MB/s read speeds, up to 265x faster than standard USB 2.0 drives
✓ 800MB/s write speeds handle 4K video and high-res RAW photo transfers
✓ 256GB capacity fits large movie, photo, and Full HD/4K video libraries
✓ Backwards compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.0, and USB 2.0 ports

Cons

✗ Type-A only, no USB-C connector for newer laptops or phones
✗ Top 1000MB/s read needs a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port to hit rated speed
✗ No waterproof, shockproof, or encryption rating stated in the listing

Manufacturer description

Built for extreme speed, the PNY PRO Elite V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive boasts USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology taking file management to the next level. Designed to accommodate the most demanding applications, the PRO Elite V3 is the ultimate solution for the content creators, graphic designers, gamers, professionals and more for whom speed and reliability is a must. Exceptional performance with extreme read speeds of up to 1000MB/s and write speeds up to 800MB/s make it an impressive 265x faster than standard USB 2.0 flash drives, and premium components allow for increased reliability, securing…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

Experience ultra fast sophisticated performance with read speeds up to 1000MB/s and write speeds up to 800MB/s
USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology to take file management to the next level. Ideal for large files such as movies, professional quality high-resolution photos, and Full HD & 4K videos
The premium, metal design of the PNY PRO Elite V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive is the ultimate mobile storage solution with a sleek style for any professional in need of data storage
Transfer speeds up to 800MB/s are the ideal for the largest files and most demanding applications
Designed for advanced tech users and broad range of field professionals; content creators, graphic designers, gamers, professionals and more for whom speed and reliability is a must
Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2 enabled desktop and laptop computers, and backwards compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 and USB 2.0

Full Specifications

Brand	PNY
Color	Black
Model Name	PNY PRO Elite V3
Read Speed	1000 Megabytes Per Second
Write Speed	800
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	P-FD256PROV3-GE
Mfr Part Number	P-FD256PROV3-GE
Special Feature	Wear Resistant
Flash Memory Type	USB
Compatible Devices	USB 3.2 Gen 2 enabled desktop and laptop computers, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.0, USB 2.0
Hardware Interface	USB 3.2 Gen 2
Additional Features	Wear Resistant
Warranty Description	2 Year Limited
Connectivity Technology	USB
Memory Storage Capacity	256 GB
Hardware Connectivity Technology	USB Type A
Full listing title	PNY PRO Elite V3 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive – Up to 1000MB/s Read, Up to 800MB/s Write, Extreme Performance for Professional Data Storage and Transfers, Premium Metal Design, Type-A Connector

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