Navigating the maze of microSD card brands and specs can take time and effort.

For simply storing documents, you could settle for a more affordable option.

It can handle Full HD slow-motion videos with high frame rates or high-quality burst shooting without any trouble.

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In terms of checking all the boxes, the SanDisk Extreme Pro microSDXC hits a home run.

The Evo Select is surprisingly durable, protecting against various hazards, including water, shocks, and X-rays.

This 64GB card is U1-rated and can read data at speeds of up to 130 MB/s.

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There are also128GB,256GB, and512GBcards if you need a larger storage capacity, all at bargain prices.

For added protection, this microSD card is water-resistant, shockproof, and x-ray-proof.

If you need an ultra-speedy, future-proof microSD card, the Delkin Devices 64GB Power offers just that.

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This is one of the best cards for professionals using high-end equipment.

Its perfect for outdoor environments and specifically designed for continuous use with security, dash, and body cams.

However, thats not all it offers.

A SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-I microSDXC card

Lexar

Lexar markets this microSD more toward the portable gaming community, particularly the Nintendo Switch.

However, its a suitable card for most consumer applications.

The128GBcard offers excellent value, but its all-around performance is slower.

A Samsung Evo Select UHS-I microSDXC card

The Lexar Play microSD card offers 1TB of storage to users who need it.

With decent read and write speeds and fast app loading, its an excellent microSD suitable for most occasions.

FAQ

Q: What do microSD cards do?

A Delkin Devices Power UHS-II microSDXC card

Q: What is the difference between an SD card and a microSD card?

The difference is in the size.

A microSD card is basically a miniaturized version of an SD card.

A Samsung Pro Endurance microSDXC card

MicroSD cards tend to be slightly cheaper than SD cards with the same storage capacity.

They are more commonly found in small devices like smartphones and action cameras.

However, microSD cards are usually limited to a 1TB storage capacity.

A Lexar Play 1TB microSDXC UHS-I card

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So, devices like high-end DSLR cameras and professional drones will more likely have an SD card slot.

Q: How long does a microSD card last?

The most common is overuse.

A SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-I microSDXC plus adapter

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Frequently writing and deleting data promotes wear and tear on the memory cells.

Other factors, such as exposure to extreme temperatures or magnetic fields, can also affect the cards longevity.

Q: How important are the read and write speeds on my microSD card?

A Samsung Evo Select UHS-I microSDXC card held in hand next to a smartphone.

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Q: Does a 2TB microSD card exist?

No, 2TB microSD cards are not yet commercially available.

However, keep an eye out because the boundaries of flash memory are constantly being pushed.

A Delkin Devices Power UHS-II microSDXC card being inserted into the microSD card slot of a GoPro Hero.

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A dash cam capture using the Samsung Pro Endurance microSDXC card

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A Lexar Play 1TB microSDXC UHS-I being inserted into a microSD card slot

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