SanDisk Ultra 256GB microSD
Score: 90/100
Samsung PRO Plus 1TB
Score: 75/100Rankings
The SanDisk 256GB Ultra microSDXC offers high capacity, fast read performance and rugged durability, but its write speed is limited and it lacks 4K video certification.
The Samsung PRO Plus 1TB microSDXC delivers massive storage and fast UHS-I performance (180 MB/s read, 130 MB/s write) with robust six-layer protection, making it ideal for 4K video, drones and mobile gaming. Its single-year warranty and lack of UHS-II speeds keep it from being the top choice for professional, write-intensive workflows.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GB | 1,024 GBbest | |
150 MB/s | 180 MB/sbest | |
30 MB/s | 130 MB/sbest | |
10 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.5 g | 0.26 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 1024 GB |
Performance(4) | ||
UHS Speed Class | U1 | U3 |
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 150 MB/s | 180 MB/s |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 30 MB/s | 130 MB/s |
Application Performance Class | A1 | A2 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Android smartphones, tablets, Chromebooks, Windows laptops, Nintendo Switch (not Switch 2), cameras with SD slot | Android phones, tablets, GoPro, DJI drones, DSLR/laptop via SD adapter, Nintendo Switch (not Switch 2) |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 10 years | 1 years |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 4.5 g | 0.26 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the Ultra 256GB as a solid, value-driven choice for Full HD video and Android app storage, praising its fast read speeds and rugged build while noting its limited write performance and lack of 4K support.
Everyday users appreciate the card's reliability, capacity, and durability, often noting it works straight out of the box and improves app responsiveness, but many complain about slower write speeds and the inability to handle 4K video.
“Works perfectly”
“Writes are slow on large transfers.”
“Fast read speeds make file transfers quick”
Professional reviewers commend the Samsung PRO Plus 1TB for its top-tier UHS-I speeds, A2 app performance, and robust six-layer protection, calling it one of the most dependable microSD cards available, while noting the limitation to UHS-I as a drawback for high-end video production.
Everyday users consistently praise the card's reliable 4K video capture, rugged durability for travel, and fast transfer speeds, with complaints focusing on occasional device compatibility hiccups, lack of monitoring software, and the limited one-year warranty.
