Transcend TS16GSDC300S
Score: 71/100
Lexar PRO 800x 128GB
Score: 63/100Rankings
The Transcend 300S 16 GB SDHC card offers solid Full HD performance with a fast 95 MB/s read speed and rugged durability, making it a reliable choice for hobbyist photographers and vloggers. However, its modest 10 MB/s write speed and lack of U3/V30 support limit its suitability for 4K video or high-speed burst shooting.
The Lexar 128 GB 800x PRO SDXC offers solid UHS-I performance with 150 MB/s read and 45 MB/s write speeds, plus rugged durability and a 10-year warranty. It shines for travel and hobbyist creators but may fall short for demanding high-bitrate video or when used with generic readers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16 GB | 128 GBbest | |
95 MB/s | 150 MB/sbest | |
10 MB/s | 45 MB/sbest | |
5 years | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 gbest | 2 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(2) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 16 GB | 128 GB |
Card Type | SDHC | SDXC |
Performance(4) | ||
UHS Speed Class | U1 | U3 |
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 95 MB/s | 150 MB/s |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 10 MB/s | 45 MB/s |
Speed Class | Class 10 | C10 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, audio recorders, field recorders | Point‑and‑shoot cameras, mid‑range DSLRs, HD camcorders |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 10 years |
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Professional reviewers praise the card's suitability for everyday photography and Full HD video, highlighting its rugged construction and value-oriented pricing, while noting the inherent limitations of its U1/Class 10 speed class.
Everyday users commend the card's consistent performance, durability and the free recovery software, but many complain about misleading write-speed listings and its inability to handle 4K or high-speed burst shooting.
“Users report consistent performance in DSLRs and audio recorders (e.g., TASCAM Model 24).”
“One user noted that while the card works flawlessly in their TASCAM recorder, the read speed to PC is not a priority.”
“Fast read speed up to 150 MB/s reduces file transfer time”
Professional reviewers praise the Lexar 800x PRO for its solid speed-to-price ratio, rugged design, and V30 rating that handles 4K video well, but they caution that the peak 150 MB/s read speed is only realized with Lexar's own USB 3.1 readers and may drop to about 120 MB/s on generic hardware.
Everyday users appreciate the card's durability in extreme environments, the quick off-loading of files when paired with a proper reader, and the confidence provided by a 10-year warranty. Common complaints focus on write-speed variability under heavy loads and occasional compatibility hiccups with older cameras or readers.
