Delkin CFexpress 512GB
Score: 89/100Angelbird AV PRO SE 512GB
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Delkin 512 GB POWER 4.0 CFexpress Type B card delivers industry-leading read/write speeds up to 3650 MB/s and 3240 MB/s, built for rugged field work. Its limited compatibility and higher cost compared to other CFexpress options are trade-offs. Best for professional photographers and videographers needing ultra-fast off-load and high-bit-rate 8K/6K/4K capture.
The Angelbird AV PRO SE CFexpress v4 512 GB card delivers industry-leading speeds and robust features for 12K+ RAW video capture. Its premium price and requirement for compatible hardware may deter non-professional users. Targeted at professional videographers and photographers needing top-tier performance.
| Attribute | | Angelbird AV PRO SE 512GB |
|---|---|---|
512 GBbest | 512 GBbest | |
3,650 MB/s | 3,700 MB/sbest | |
3,240 MB/sbest | 1,100 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 22.68 g | 7 gbest |
— | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.89 mm | 3.8 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | Angelbird AV PRO SE 512GB |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 3650 MB/s | 3700 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 3240 MB/s | 1100 MB/s |
Interface | PCIe 4.0 x2 | CFexpress v4 Type B, PCIe 4.0 x2 |
Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 22.68 g | 7 g |
Thickness (mm) | 8.89 mm | 3.8 mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | lifetime years | 3 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the Delkin POWER 4.0 for its high sequential speeds, exceptional thermal management, and proven reliability with cinematic cameras. While its sustained write performance is strong, it falls short of the Black series' benchmark, and its incompatibility with older card formats is noted as a limitation for mixed-system users.
Everyday users highlight the card's ruggedness and ability to handle continuous high-bit-rate recording without slowdown, appreciating the rapid off-load speeds that streamline post-production.
Professional reviewers such as Newsshooter, Redshark News and B&H commend the card for its reliable sustained performance, robust thermal management and the safety net of host power-loss protection, confirming its suitability for 12K+ RAW capture on cameras like the Red V-Raptor.
Limited user feedback; no common praise or complaints have emerged.
