Angelbird AV PRO 128GB
Score: 88/100
Lexar Professional 2000x 128GB
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Angelbird AV PRO SD V90 128 GB is a professional-grade UHS-II SDXC card delivering up to 300 MB/s read and 260 MB/s sustained write speeds. Its rugged build and ECC features add durability but it needs UHS-II hardware and lacks bundled accessories. Best suited for videographers and photographers needing reliable high-speed storage in demanding field conditions.
Lexar Professional 2000x 128 GB SDXC UHS-II card offers up to 300 MB/s read and 260 MB/s write speeds, V90 certification, and includes a dedicated UHS-II reader for fast off-loading. Full performance is limited to UHS-II devices and the price is premium. Perfect for professionals shooting 8K/4K video who need rapid transfer capabilities.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GBbest | 128 GBbest | |
300 MB/sbest | 300 MB/sbest | |
280 MB/sbest | 260 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.98 gbest | 2 g |
3 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.1 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Write Speed (MB/s) | 280 MB/s | 260 MB/s |
Speed Class | Class 10 | C10 |
UHS Speed Class | U3 | UHS-II |
Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 1.98 g | 2 g |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | Lifetime years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers from Wex Photo Video, B&H Photo Video, and Adorama consistently commend the Angelbird AV PRO SD V90 MK2 for its reliable 260 MB/s sustained write speed, robust durability, and Stable Stream technology that prevents speed drops during long recordings.
Direct consumer reviews are scarce in the available data, but inferred feedback suggests users appreciate the card's fast transfer rates and rugged build for field work.
“"high-speed storage for demanding workflows"”
“"unlocks your device's full potential"”
Select Angelbird when durability and data-integrity features are critical; select Lexar for a cost-effective solution with similar performance.
Professional editors from StorageReview, Sweetwater, Glazer's and B&H praise the Lexar 2000x for its high-speed 300 MB/s read and 260 MB/s write performance, V90 certification, and the added value of a sturdy aluminum UHS-II reader that streamlines post-production workflows. They note the card excels in 4K video, drone and action-camera use, but caution that full speeds are only realized with UHS-II hosts and that the price is premium relative to similar-speed competitors.
Retail-site feedback highlights strong appreciation for the card's speed in 4K video and burst photography, as well as the convenience of the bundled reader. Recurring themes include praise for the large capacity and ruggedness, while users commonly mention the need for UHS-II-compatible gear to unlock the advertised performance.
