Samsung EVO Select 256GB
Score: 80/100
Samsung EVO Plus 256GB
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Samsung EVO Select 256 GB microSDXC offers high capacity and fast UHS-I performance, backed by six-proof durability and an IPX7 waterproof rating. Its main trade-off is a modest warranty period and potential speed drops on older devices. Ideal for Android phones, tablets and cameras where large storage and ruggedness are needed.
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 | 256 GBbest | |
160 MB/sbest | 160 MB/sbest | |
90 MB/sbest | 90 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 13.6 g | 0.25 gbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1 mmbest |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Speed Class | Class 10 | U3 |
UHS Speed Class | U3 | UHS-I |
Design(2) | ||
Form Factor | microSD | microSDXC |
Weight (g) | 13.6 g | 0.25 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the EVO Select for its large capacity, solid real-world read/write speeds, and comprehensive durability, positioning it as a value-focused alternative to premium cards, though they caution that performance can be device-dependent and note its absence from Samsung's PRO lineup.
Everyday consumers consistently highlight the card's reliable speed for 4K video and photo storage, its rugged six-proof design, and the convenience of the included SD adapter, while occasional complaints focus on speed variability across different devices.
“huge capacity and impressive speed”
“the first fastest microSD card”
EVO Plus is ideal when maximum write performance is critical; EVO Select provides a more budget-friendly option with comparable durability.
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.
