Samsung EVO Select 128GB
Score: 78/100
Silicon Power 256GB
Score: 61/100Rankings
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.
A 256 GB microSDXC U3/V30 card with A1 app performance, 100 MB/s read and 80 MB/s write, rugged build and a full-size adapter, positioned as a cost-effective option for 4K30 video and Android storage expansion.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 256 GBbest | |
100 MB/sbest | 100 MB/sbest | |
90 MB/sbest | 80 MB/s | |
10 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.25 gbest | 0.3 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 90 MB/s | 80 MB/s |
Application Performance Class | A2 | A1 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Smartphones, tablets, drones, action cameras, DSLRs, laptops, Raspberry Pi, Nintendo Switch, etc. | Nintendo Switch, smartphones, tablets, drones, action cameras, DSLR, mirrorless cameras, 4K/Full HD camcorders |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 10 years | 1 years |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 0.25 g | 0.3 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 note that the Silicon Power card offers dependable performance for everyday creators, matching the core specs of more expensive brands while delivering superior durability and a generous warranty, but its lack of A2 class performance and limited write speed for high-bitrate 4K60 or 8K workflows make it less suitable for professional video production.
Everyday users praise the card's fast transfer rates, rugged build and excellent price-to-capacity ratio, especially for travel, drones and Android app storage, while recurring complaints focus on occasional speed drops, lower-than-advertised write speeds on some units, and incompatibility with the upcoming Switch 2.
