MicroSD Express Card | Up to 900MB/s Read Speed | For 4K Video & Gaming

This Lexar Play PRO MicroSD Express card offers performance similar to a CFexpress card. It comes in the small microSD format. It uses PCIe Gen4 technology. This gives it read speeds up to 900MB/s. It's a good high-speed MicroSD Express card for new game consoles. Features and Benefits - NVMe Express Technology - It reads data up to 900MB/s. It writes data up to 600MB/s. This makes game load times and file transfers much quicker. - Large Storage Capacities - You can get it in sizes up to 1TB. This gives you plenty of room for many games. Or you can record hours of 4K video. You won't need to change cards often. - Backward Compatible Design - It works in older UHS-I devices. It runs at standard UHS-I speeds there. So, it fits your current cameras, drones, and consoles. - Made for Gaming - It handles the demands of consoles like the Nintendo Switch 2. This means smooth playback and fast access to your games. Applications - Next-Generation Console Gaming: Put it in a compatible handheld console. Games will load much faster than with regular cards. - 4K Video Capture: Use it with a supported drone or action camera. Record high-bitrate 4K video. You won't have dropped frames. - Rapid Data Transfer: Move large files from the card to your computer in seconds. Use it with a Lexar MicroSD Express card reader. Key Attributes This MicroSD Express Card offers exceptional performance for demanding applications. With storage options up to 1TB, it provides ample space for extensive 4K video recording and large game libraries. The card boasts a maximum read speed of 900 MB/s, ensuring rapid data transfer and quick loading times. Its compatibility with game consoles, including the Nintendo Switch 2, makes it ideal for expanding storage and improving performance. This card is designed for high-speed read and write operations, perfect for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Types of CompactFlash Cards A CompactFlash card, often referred to as a CF card or compact flash memory card, is a type of memory card that was widely used in digital cameras and other devices. Unlike the MicroSD Express Card which is much smaller, older CompactFlash cards typically came in two main physical types: Type I (3.3 mm thick) and Type II (5.0 mm thick). Both types shared the same 43 mm by 36 mm footprint and featured a pin connector. These cards were known for their robustness and capacity at the time, often functioning similarly to miniature hard drives. Main Uses CompactFlash cards were primarily used in professional-grade digital cameras due to their durability and faster write speeds compared to early SD cards. They were also found in various industrial applications and some portable electronic devices. The ability to quickly format the card and store large image files made them a favourite among photographers. While this MicroSD Express Card is designed for 4K video and gaming, CompactFlash cards were the go-to for high-resolution still photography in their era. Key Characteristics The MicroSD Express Card is characterised by its small form factor and exceptional speed, reaching up to 900 MB/s read speed. It is specifically designed for applications requiring high-speed data transfer, such as recording 4K video and enhancing gaming performance on compatible consoles like the Nintendo Switch 2. Available in capacities up to 1TB, this card offers significant storage. In contrast, a traditional CompactFlash card was much larger (43 mm by 36 mm) and featured a distinct pin connector, operating at significantly lower speeds than modern MicroSD Express technology.