Samsung EVO Select 128GB
Score: 78/100
SanDisk Ultra 128GB SDXC
Score: 87/100Rankings
The SanDisk Ultra 128 GB SDXC card offers fast read performance, A1 app capability, and a robust, water- and shock-resistant design, backed by a 10-year warranty. Its U1/V10 rating and modest write speeds keep it in the budget tier, making it unsuitable for 4K or high-bitrate video work.
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 GBbest | 128 GBbest | |
100 MB/sbest | 100 MB/sbest | |
90 MB/sbest | 63 MB/s | |
10 yearsbest | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.25 gbest | 8 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Card Type | microSDXC | SDXC |
Performance(4) | ||
UHS Speed Class | U3 | U1 |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 90 MB/s | 63 MB/s |
Speed Class | Class 10 | C10 |
Application Performance Class | A2 | A1 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Smartphones, tablets, drones, action cameras, DSLRs, laptops, Raspberry Pi, Nintendo Switch, etc. | Broad device compatibility via SD adapter |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 0.25 g | 8 g |
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 praise the Ultra 128 GB for its reliable read performance, solid random I/O that exceeds the A1 specification, and overall value, but caution that its U1/V10 write class makes it unsuitable for 4K or high-bitrate video work.
Everyday users consistently highlight fast photo transfers, smooth app performance on Android devices, and the sturdy SD adapter, while noting slower write speeds, occasional incompatibility with dashcams or drones, and rare corruption when the card is not ejected properly.
