Samsung EVO Select 128GB
Score: 78/100
Samsung EVO Select 512GB
Score: 100/100Rankings
Samsung EVO Select 512 GB delivers top-tier read speeds, A2 app performance and full 4-proof ruggedness, making it a premium choice for 4K video, gaming and demanding mobile workloads.
Samsung EVO Select 128 GB offers solid U3/V30 performance, robust 4-proof protection and broad compatibility, making it a versatile choice for smartphones, gaming consoles and hobbyist projects.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 512 GBbest | |
100 MB/s | 160 MB/sbest | |
90 MB/sbest | 90 MB/sbest | |
10 yearsbest | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.25 gbest | 0.25 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 512 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 100 MB/s | 160 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Smartphones, tablets, drones, action cameras, DSLRs, laptops, Raspberry Pi, Nintendo Switch, etc. | smartphones, tablets, drones, action cameras, Nintendo Switch |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the EVO Select for its blend of speed, durability and price, noting near-advertised performance on UHS-I hosts but warning about write speed dips under heavy 4K loads.
Everyday users appreciate fast transfers, reliable 4K recording and rugged build, though some note slower write speeds during long recordings and occasional compatibility glitches.
“fast and stable”
“near-advertised speeds ($90 MB/s read, $80 MB/s write) using a USB 3.0 card reader”
“smooth 4K video recording”
Professional reviewers from Tom's Guide, Digital Trends and The Verge consistently commend the EVO Select for its high read speed, A2 app performance, and excellent price-to-capacity ratio, noting it's not suited for constant-write endurance scenarios.
Everyday users rate the card 4.7-4.8/5, praising fast transfers, reliable 4K recording and rugged build, with occasional complaints about write speed drops and a flimsy adapter.
