Gigastone 4GB SD
Score: 37/100
Lexar PRO 800x 128GB
Score: 63/100Rankings
The Lexar 128 GB 800x PRO SDXC offers solid UHS-I performance with 150 MB/s read and 45 MB/s write speeds, plus rugged durability and a 10-year warranty. It shines for travel and hobbyist creators but may fall short for demanding high-bitrate video or when used with generic readers.
The Gigastone 4 GB SDHC Class 4 card is an entry-level, rugged storage solution for legacy devices, offering basic performance and durability but limited capacity and speed for modern photography or video.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4 GB | 128 GBbest | |
20 MB/s | 150 MB/sbest | |
10 MB/s | 45 MB/sbest | |
5 years | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 g | 2 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(2) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 4 GB | 128 GB |
Card Type | SDHC | SDXC |
Performance(4) | ||
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 20 MB/s | 150 MB/s |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 10 MB/s | 45 MB/s |
Bus Interface | SDHC | UHS-I |
Speed Class | Class 4 | C10 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | All SDHC-labeled host devices (not compatible with legacy SD-only devices) | Point‑and‑shoot cameras, mid‑range DSLRs, HD camcorders |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 10 years |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 10 g | 2 g |
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Professional reviewers note that Class 4 SDHC cards like this Gigastone model are obsolete for demanding photography or video work and recommend at least Class 10 or UHS-I cards for modern devices. They acknowledge the card's suitability only for entry-level or legacy equipment where speed is not critical.
Everyday users appreciate the card's low price, ruggedness, and reliability for simple tasks such as trail-camera footage, long-term photo storage, and spare backups. However, they frequently complain about limited capacity, slow speeds, and occasional return hassles.
Professional reviewers praise the Lexar 800x PRO for its solid speed-to-price ratio, rugged design, and V30 rating that handles 4K video well, but they caution that the peak 150 MB/s read speed is only realized with Lexar's own USB 3.1 readers and may drop to about 120 MB/s on generic hardware.
Everyday users appreciate the card's durability in extreme environments, the quick off-loading of files when paired with a proper reader, and the confidence provided by a 10-year warranty. Common complaints focus on write-speed variability under heavy loads and occasional compatibility hiccups with older cameras or readers.
“Perfect for wildlife trail cameras”
“Holds about 6 months of photos”
“Affordable and functional”
