Samsung EVO Plus 256GB
Score: 80/100
Samsung PRO Ultimate 128GB
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Samsung PRO Ultimate 128 GB microSDXC provides industry-leading read/write speeds and rugged waterproof/shock protection, making it perfect for demanding 4K video and high-performance mobile gaming. Its trade-off is a premium price and limited capacity relative to larger-capacity cards. Best for content creators, videographers and gamers who need the fastest storage available.
Samsung EVO Plus 256GB combines fast 160 MB/s reads with 90 MB/s writes and four-proof ruggedness, suitable for 4K UHD recording on mobile devices. Its performance depends on UHS-I hosts and sustained writes may not reach peak speeds. Perfect for users wanting a balance of speed, durability, and capacity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 128 GB | |
160 MB/s | 200 MB/sbest | |
90 MB/s | 130 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.25 gbest | 0.25 gbest |
1 years | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 mmbest | 1 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 128 GB |
Performance(4) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 160 MB/s | 200 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 90 MB/s | 130 MB/s |
Speed Class | U3 | Class 10 |
UHS Speed Class | UHS-I | U3 |
Design(1) | ||
Form Factor | microSDXC | microSD |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 10 years |
Certifications | FCC, CE, VCCI, RCM | CE (UKCA), FCC, VCCI, RCM |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the EVO Plus a solid, reliable microSDXC for mobile and consumer-grade video work, praising its 130 MB/s read capability, U3/V30/A2 ratings and robust build, while noting that its peak speeds fall short of flagship cards like the SanDisk Extreme Pro.
Everyday users consistently highlight the large 256GB capacity, fast 90 MB/s writes for lag-free transfers, and the convenience of the included SD adapter, with few complaints beyond occasional speed drops on older devices.
“the first fastest microSD card”
Professional reviewers note the card's industry-leading read/write speeds and its classification as Samsung's 'world's No.1 flash memory', emphasizing its suitability for demanding 4K video and high-performance mobile applications.
