USB drives can deteriorate over time, potentially resulting in files becoming harder to read. This is unavoidable in storage due to the way write cycles work, but USB drives are often rated for fewer write cycles than external SSDs , making them more suited for functions that arent long term storage . The life expectancy of a USB drive can vary, with more expensive drives tending to last longer due to their higher quality NAND flash memory. If you find yourself in a situation where one or mor
