Kingston SD10V 8GB
Score: 47/100
Gigastone 4GB SD
Score: 37/100Rankings
The Kingston Digital 8 GB SDHC/SDXC Class 10 UHS-I card offers rugged durability and a lifetime warranty, with modest 30 MB/s read/write speeds suitable for HD video and standard photography. Its low capacity and limited speed make it unsuitable for 4K or professional cinema applications.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
8 GBbest | 4 GB | |
30 MB/sbest | 20 MB/s | |
30 MB/sbest | 10 MB/s | |
— | 5 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 gbest | 10 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
Performance(4) | ||
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 30 MB/s | 20 MB/s |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 30 MB/s | 10 MB/s |
Bus Interface | UHS-I | SDHC |
Speed Class | Class 10 | Class 4 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | SDHC and SDXC host devices | All SDHC-labeled host devices (not compatible with legacy SD-only devices) |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 1 g | 10 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Reviewers describe the SDA10 series as a dependable, high-value Class 10 UHS-I card that hits its advertised 90 MB/s read and 45 MB/s write speeds, making it suitable for most consumer photography and 1080p video needs.
Users praise reliability, durability in extreme conditions, and fast transfer rates, while noting limited speed for 4K and occasional confusion with slower Kingston models.
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.
“Perfect for my DSLR - no dropped frames during HD video.”
“Used it on a beach trip - survived sand, water, and heat.”
“Fast transfer speeds and plenty of space for RAW photos.”
