The Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC Express Memory Cards are designed for gamers and a perfect match for devices like the Nintendo Switch II, ensuring faster load times and smoother gameplay.
With up to 900MB/s read speeds, these Play Pro microSDXC Express cards are 4x faster than your typical UHS-I cards thanks to PCIe & NVMe technology.
They are also seriously tough cards, having been designed to withstand harsh environments, these PLAY PRO cards are IPX7 waterproof, wearproof, temperature-proof, x-ray-proof, vibration-resistant, magnetic-proof, shockproof, and drop-proof.
There are currently 3 different capacities of the Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC Express memory card available.
| Memory Card | Max Read Speed | Max Write Speed | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC Express 256GB | 900 MB/s | 600 MB/s | 256GB |
| Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC Express 512GB | 900 MB/s | 600 MB/s | 512GB |
| Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC Express 1TB | 900 MB/s | 600 MB/s | 1TB |
FAQs
Where are Lexar memory cards made?
Lexar memory cards are owened by the Chinese company Longsys. Many of their cards are made in China but the Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC memory cards have "Made in Taiwan" on the back.
What is the maximum size of microSD Express card supported by the Nintendo Switch 2?
The maximum size microSD Express card supported by the Nintendo Switch 2 is 2TB.
What is the difference between UHS-I microSD and microSD Express?
The main difference is speed, with microSD Express cards being significantly faster due to their use of PCIe and NVMe interfaces. Standard microSD cards have slower transfer speeds of up to 104MB/s for UHS-I cards, while microSD Express cards can reach speeds up to around 985MB/s.
