Kingston Canvas Select Plus 128GB SDCS2
Score: 65/100
Patriot Memory LX Series 128GB 2-pack
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Patriot LX 128 GB 2-pack offers solid read performance and rugged durability at a good price, making it suitable for Full HD video and mobile storage. Write speeds are modest and the warranty is limited, so power users may look elsewhere.
The Kingston Canvas Select Plus 128 GB provides reliable Full HD performance, solid durability and a lifetime warranty at a budget-friendly price, but it lacks the higher speed classes needed for 4K video and high-speed write-intensive tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GBbest | 128 GBbest | |
100 MB/sbest | 81.07 MB/s | |
85 MB/sbest | 20.77 MB/s | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.7 g | 0.03 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 100 MB/s | 81.07 MB/s |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 85 MB/s | 20.77 MB/s |
Bus Interface | UHS‑I | UHS-I |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Android smartphones, tablets, Nintendo Switch, GoPro, Full HD video | microSDXC devices; usable with SD adapter |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 1.7 g | 0.03 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consistently commend the Canvas Select Plus for its dependable performance, A1 app optimization, and rugged build, positioning it as a solid everyday microSD solution. However, they all agree that the card falls short for 4K video or high-performance camera needs because it lacks V30/U3 certification.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the card for faster app launches, reliable Full HD recording, and the peace of mind from a lifetime warranty. The main complaints revolve around its inability to handle 4K video smoothly and occasional confusion over slightly reduced usable capacity after formatting.
“Works perfectly with my Samsung Galaxy phone-apps load faster.”
“Used it in my GoPro-recorded Full HD videos without any issues.”
“Great for my Nintendo Switch-loads games quickly and has plenty of space.”
Reviewers commend the card's impressive sequential read (81 MB/s) and write (20.8 MB/s) numbers and strong random IOPS, while noting inconsistencies in advertised write speeds and the short warranty.
Most users like the fast reads and rugged design, but a few report early failures and confusion over write-speed claims.
