Transcend TS256GSDC300S
Score: 80/100
Lexar Gold 1800x 256GB
Score: 44/100Rankings
The Transcend 256 GB UHS-I SDXC card delivers solid U3/V30 performance, robust durability, and a generous warranty, making it a reliable mid-tier choice for 4K video and high-resolution photography, though its write ceiling is lower than some premium alternatives.
The Lexar Gold Series 256 GB UHS-II SDXC card offers professional-grade speed and durability, with V60 video support and a lifetime warranty, making it suitable for demanding 4K video and high-burst photography. Performance is limited to UHS-II hosts and the card carries a premium price.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 256 GBbest | |
100 MB/s | 280 MB/sbest | |
40 MB/s | 205 MB/sbest | |
5 years | 10 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 g | 9 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(4) | ||
Video Speed Class | V30 | V60 |
Maximum Read Speed (MB/s) | 100 MB/s | 280 MB/s |
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 40 MB/s | 205 MB/s |
Bus Interface | UHS-I | UHS-II |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, Kodak, Olympus, Panasonic Digital Cameras | UHS-II devices, backward compatible with UHS-I |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 10 years |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 10.0 g | 9 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers from B&H and ProVantage highlight the card's strict adherence to V30 and U3 speed classes, praising its reliability for 4K UHD video and burst-mode RAW photography, while noting the 40 MB/s write ceiling lags behind faster UHS-II competitors.
Everyday users consistently commend the card's dependable in-camera performance, large capacity, and bundled recovery utility, but mention slower off-camera transfer rates, especially with low-quality USB 2.0 readers.
“While performance in-camera was excellent, USB 2.0 transfer speeds were around 19 MB/s, which can make offloading large files time-consuming.”
“The waterproof and shock-proof build gives me confidence shooting outdoors in harsh conditions.”
“Great value for 256 GB with a 5-year warranty and recovery software included.”
Professional reviewers highlight the Lexar 256 GB 1800x as a top-tier UHS-II card that balances blistering speed, V60 video compliance, and rugged durability, though write-speed claims vary slightly across tests.
Everyday users on B&H praise the card for its speed, reliability, and build quality, noting fast off-load times and confidence in harsh environments.
