Transcend TS2GSDC
Score: 46/100
Gigastone 4GB SD
Score: 37/100Rankings
The Transcend TS2GSDC 2 GB SD card targets legacy equipment that cannot use SDHC/SDXC. It offers solid compatibility, ECC protection, and a lifetime warranty, but its low capacity and modest speeds make it unsuitable for modern high-performance needs.
The Gigastone 4 GB SDHC Class 4 card is an entry-level, rugged storage solution for legacy devices, offering basic performance and durability but limited capacity and speed for modern photography or video.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 GB | 4 GBbest | |
20 MB/sbest | 20 MB/sbest | |
13 MB/sbest | 10 MB/s | |
— | 5 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.54 gbest | 10 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage & Capacity(2) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Card Type | SD | SDHC |
Performance(2) | ||
Maximum Write Speed (MB/s) | 13 MB/s | 10 MB/s |
Bus Interface | Standard SD | SDHC |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Devices | Any SD‑compatible hardware | All SDHC-labeled host devices (not compatible with legacy SD-only devices) |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | lifetime years | 5 years |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 4.54 g | 10 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the Transcend TS2GSDC as a solid, no-frills storage solution for legacy equipment, highlighting its built-in ECC, wide temperature range, and bundled recovery software, while noting its limited capacity and outdated format.
Everyday users appreciate the card's plug-and-play reliability in old cameras and Wii consoles, often calling it great value for niche legacy needs, but complain about slower-than-expected speeds and difficulty sourcing the card.
Professional reviewers note that Class 4 SDHC cards like this Gigastone model are obsolete for demanding photography or video work and recommend at least Class 10 or UHS-I cards for modern devices. They acknowledge the card's suitability only for entry-level or legacy equipment where speed is not critical.
Everyday users appreciate the card's low price, ruggedness, and reliability for simple tasks such as trail-camera footage, long-term photo storage, and spare backups. However, they frequently complain about limited capacity, slow speeds, and occasional return hassles.
“fully functional”
“great value”
“One Newegg reviewer noted the card became unstable after limited use in a Wii”
