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SanDisk Extreme microSD

SanDisk Extreme microSD

$ · Mid-Range
  • UHS RatingUHS-I
  • Speed ClassV30
  • App PerformanceA2
  • Read SpeedUp to 190 MB/s
  • Write SpeedUp to 130 MB/s
  • EnduranceStandard
Available Capacities32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1024GB, 1500GB

Pros

  • The gold standard. Fast
  • reliable
  • A2 rated
  • and widely available.

Cons

  • Write speeds are slower on 32GB/64GB capacities.
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SanDisk Extreme microSD (Action Cam Edition)

SanDisk Extreme microSD (Action Cam Edition)

$ · Mid-Range
  • UHS RatingUHS-I
  • Speed ClassV30
  • App PerformanceN/A
  • Read SpeedUp to 245 MB/s
  • Write SpeedUp to 170 MB/s
  • EnduranceStandard
Available Capacities64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB

Pros

  • Highest sustained read/write speeds in the Extreme microSD line. Built for 4K/5.3K action cam footage.

Cons

  • No A2 app performance rating — tuned for sustained video
  • not app storage.
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Kingston Canvas Go! Plus

Kingston Canvas Go! Plus

$ · Mid-Range
  • UHS RatingUHS-I
  • Speed ClassV30
  • App PerformanceA2
  • Read SpeedUp to 170 MB/s
  • Write SpeedUp to 90 MB/s
  • EnduranceStandard
Available Capacities64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB

Pros

  • Fantastic performance. Often includes a fast reader.

Cons

  • Harder to find in retail stores than SanDisk.
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