Sony TOUGH-M 128GB
Score: 83/100
Lexar E-Series 256GB
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Sony TOUGH-M 128 GB SDXC UHS-II card offers rugged durability with IP68 protection and fast up to 277 MB/s read speeds, making it ideal for demanding 4K video and burst photography. Its performance is limited on UHS-I devices and it lacks a physical write-protect switch. Best suited for professionals working in harsh environments.
Lexar's 256 GB E-Series microSDXC provides up to 100 MB/s read and 140 MB/s write speeds, IPX7 waterproofing and a broad compatibility range across smartphones, tablets and action cameras. However, its UHS-I performance cannot exploit the higher speeds of UHS-II devices, and some variants lack detailed temperature specs. It's a solid choice for mobile and action-camera users seeking rugged storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 256 GBbest | |
277 MB/sbest | 100 MB/s | |
150 MB/sbest | 140 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 g | 0.2 gbest |
5 years | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 mm | 1.02 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(6) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 277 MB/s | 100 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 150 MB/s | 140 MB/s |
Speed Class | Class 10 | C10 |
UHS Speed Class | U3 | UHS-I |
Video Speed Class | V60 | V30 |
Interface | UHS-II | UHS-I |
Durability(1) | ||
IP Rating | IP68 | IPX7 |
Design(3) | ||
Form Factor | SDXC | microSDXC |
Weight (g) | 2 g | 0.20 g |
Thickness (mm) | 2 mm | 1.02 mm |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 10 years |
Compatibility | Backward compatible with UHS-I/U3/V30/U1/Class 10 devices | Smartphones, tablets, drones, action cameras, GoPro, Nintendo Switch |
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Professional reviewers and editors highlight the card's rugged construction and V60 video performance, noting its suitability for demanding 4K video and burst photography in extreme conditions, while also pointing out that the speed advantage is only fully realized on UHS-II hosts.
Professional reviewers note that Lexar's high-end GOLD card provides the fastest UHS-II speeds suitable for demanding 4K/8K workflows, while the SILVER PLUS and PLAY cards offer solid V30 performance and rugged durability for action cameras and gaming consoles. The inclusion of an SD adapter and a lifetime warranty are repeatedly praised, though reviewers caution that UHS-II benefits require compatible host devices.
Everyday users provide limited feedback, but the few available comments praise the fast transfer rates and reliability for gaming and video storage. Some users express uncertainty due to the lack of detailed performance data, especially for the GOLD and PLAY variants.
