SanDisk 256GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Card with SanDisk SD UHS-I Card Reader
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I'm curious as to why the 170 read time card is less expensive than the 95 read time card of the same size; I assume the 170 card is identical to the 95 card except for the fact that it has faster read times. The write times, however, appear to be comparable. It's strange that the write speeds aren't shown on the cards (especially since they appear to be more important than read speeds). It's inconvenient to have to scroll through product descriptions to figure out a card's write speed, especially when you're relying on the seller to provide accurate information. This baffles me, as does the lack of a simpler naming system for quickly determining which cards are superior to others. br>br>These memory card companies, as well as the organizations that devise the various naming systems, should seriously consider using less perplexing terminology. It can take hours of research to figure out what the different codes mean, compare the various card options and specs (each brand has its own labeling structure and illogical naming systems), read through countless reviews and contradictory responses (like these here), and make sure you're not buying a fake product (which is common, especially on Amazon). Another omission is that these companies fail to mention that top card speeds are meaningless if you don't have a fast enough card reader. br>br>You'd think that, given the large number of fake cards being sold (oddly enough, under Sandisk's own seller account), the company would take action or limit sales of their products to their shipping center only. You'd think they'd be more concerned with protecting their brand image and actually respond to the numerous reviews from buyers who claim to have received counterfeit cards or cards that are faulty or slow. br>br>Then there's the conflicting information about the best way to remove images from cards. Some people recommend reformatting cards after each use, while others recommend simply deleting images. How long can we safely use a card before it fails and we lose all of our photos? Some people say you should replace your cards once a year, while others say they'll last a lifetime. br>br>If a company released a simple and easy-to-understand information system (with read and write speeds on the cards), an easy way to search a camera model to see which card works best for it, a way to prevent fakes from being sold under their own store, a customer service team that actually responds to customer complaints and questions, and a recovery app that actually works; I imagine they'd appeal to a large segment of the photography community (particularly neophytes) who don't want to waste half a day deciding which card to buy.
I'm just guessing, but the formatting might need to be changed. I recently purchased a 128GB microSD card to use in an Android tablet that only supports 32GB cards. The majority of 32GB cards are pre-formatted. Pre-formatted FAT32 and higher cards are included. EXFAT is a file system that has been formatted. Windows doesn't have the ability to format partitions larger than 64GB as FAT32 natively, but third-party software that does is available for free. That version of Android does not recognize EXFAT, so I reformatted the 128GB card as FAT32 and it works fine. (I knew I'd have to reformat the card before I purchased it.)
The USB 3.0 version with the adapter is, in fact, a USB 3.0 version. Adapter from a 0 to a full-size SD card. No one else, I believe, produces them. I recommend that you use the USB 3.0 cable that is the shortest. You will be able to find 0 male to female cable. If you bump a larger adapter like this, the USB connector may be strained.
Yes, I use this csrd for video, shooting in resolutions ranging from 1080p to 4K, and the 90 MB download and upload speeds come in handy when transferring and editing my files.
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To achieve the claimed speeds, you'll need a 0 UHS1 Card Reader. Contrary to popular belief, Only a Sandisk UHS-I card can achieve the claimed read speed of 170MB/s. 1 USB Card Reader, which uses proprietary technology to go above and beyond UHS-II. 1 speeds. br>br>With the help of a Delkin USB 3. 0 Multi- Card reader that accepts UHS-II cards This card reads at 92MB/s and writes at 84MB/s on my Surface Book 2. br>With my Surface Book 2's built-in SD card slot, this card reads at 98MB/s and writes at 75MB/s. br>br>Update - 2* has been changed.
However, UHS-II is still an excellent choice. I was surprised to find this card for the same price as the Extreme Pro 95MB/s, which had been available for a while. Almost twice the read speed for the same price? That's not going to happen. If you read the fine print on SanDisk's website or on the product packaging, you'll notice that achieving the full 170MB/s read speed requires proprietary technology. Otherwise, it reaches a maximum capacity of around standard UHS-II. I read speeds of 90MB/s and write speeds of 80MB/s. (It's called a standard for a reason. ) )br>br>At first, I assumed that my laptop's built-in card reader was defective, so I tried an external card reader with the same results. SanDisk's USB 3. 0 device appears to be the only one capable of achieving these speeds. 0 card reader, as well as other certified/participating devices (which, so far, does not include anything else). Normally, I'd be disappointed, but at the time of writing, this model costs nearly the same as the 95MB/s model, with only a few cents difference. So I can't really complain; it's not like I was duped out of more money; it's essentially the same price, with the added benefit of being able to read and write data faster if you buy their USB card reader. I am giving it three stars because it is misleading to boldly print 170MB/s when that is unachievable by 99% of customers. Otherwise, it appears to be a good card so far; if it doesn't die unexpectedly, I'll give it a 4 star rating.
Is it really necessary? Review in its entirety! This is a review of the 128GB model. Model from the next generation. Others seem to agree that the product is accurate. br>br> At first glance, a card with no yellow tab is not a fake. The "New Gen" cards, on the other hand, do not appear to have this problem. br>br>Product does not contain any harmful ingredients. "Made In Malaysia" is embossed on the back of the item. The part number is the only thing that confuses me. The only thing that makes sense is that this card isn't for the US market, which could explain why some people are having trouble with US market cameras. Before using the card for the first time, I strongly advise that you format it. I'scoured' the SanDisk website, going through various regions, but couldn't locate the SDSDXXY- 128G- The model number for this item is GN4IN. My "google-fu" is a phrase that I use to describe something There's also no hard evidence that "foo" is a valid model number. The only valid model numbers I can find are in the range of what this card represents, and they are as follows: SDSDXXG- 128G- SDSDXXY-GN4IN, GN4IN, GN4IN, GN4IN, GN4IN 128G- ANCIN, ANCIN, ANCIN, SDSDXXG- 128G- ANCIN. Surprisingly, the model number is not even displayed in Singapore (Malaysia). Who knows if we're all being duped. br>br>Is it possible that we're all being duped? Is it true that they work? It appears that it is a hit-or-miss situation. Is it worthwhile to go through the trouble? Most likely not. As a result, I've given it three out of five stars. br>br>I'll do some more testing to make sure they do what they say they do. I'll stop being a cheapskate if that doesn't happen. o and just pay the mulah for the real ones at the store. I'll be back. br>br> br>br>Update 12/5/19br>Ok, I've returned. I decided to order a few US market versions of these cards from Best Buy (the Amazon version was actually cheaper on Black Friday). It's obvious that the model number differs. It also comes in a unique package. The card is packaged in a hybrid of 'old gen' cardboard packaging and 'new gen' plastic sleeve with pull plastic inserted, sandwiched between the cardboard; the 'new gen' model here comes in that kind of sleeve, but in an actual box, as shown. br>br>It's worth noting that the Best Buy and 'new gen' Amazon cards are EXACTLY the same. Both say "Made In Malaysia" and have the same alphanumeric combination on the back. br>br>All of the cards produced the same read/write speed after being tested. It's critical to note that in order to get the best performance out of these cards, you must use a USB 3. 0 port. With a UHS-II card, there is no input. I am a reader who is compatible with you. Regardless of whether or not these Amazon gift cards are counterfeit, Whether or not they are knockoffs, the new generation cards appear to be identical to the US market cards and perform similarly. As a result, I'm going to give it a four-star rating. One star deducted for having an unusual part number that appears to be illegitimate, and for the fact that, despite all of this research, you can get the US market card for the same price at certain times of the year. Choose what you want.
The Sandisk faceplate is peeling away from the card, causing it to jam in cameras and readers. Because the lock switch is captured by the faceplate, when it peeled back, the lock on one card fell out, thankfully not into a camera. "Normally this is considered physical damage due to mishandling, which is not covered under SanDisk warranty," Sandisk customer service said without even looking at the cards. " "Usually"? What is the frequency of this, and how many users is it affecting? I've never had a PNY or Transcend card come apart, and they go into and out of the same cameras and cases as Sandisk cards, and I've used the other brands for longer than Sandisk. Sandisk is supposed to be a high-quality brand, but these cards aren't up to par. Extreme Poo is a better name. Prior review. br>br> This is a reduction in my previous 5-star rating. It was fantastic while the card was in use. However, as I was removing it from my Pelican card case, I noticed that the SD card case was splitting open along the seam (much like a book). I was in the field, and it was my last card, so I re-glued it with a dab of superglue. The case was sealed. The card continued to function normally for another month or so before failing - It was not locked, and none of my cameras could see it. I contacted Sandisk, who informed me that I had void the warranty by gluing it back together. That shouldn't be a problem because the case cracked open, glue or no glue, and they claim these are super-strong. durable. I've never had a Transcend or PNY card fail, so I'll continue to use them.
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