PNY 128GB Elite-X Class 10 U3 V30 microSDXC Flash Memory Card - 100MB/s, Class 10, U3, V30, A1, 4K UHD, Full HD, UHS-I, microSD

Both worked at first. In less than four months, both of them had failed. When it comes to 256GB microSD cards, I must have the worst luck on the planet. I bought two of these to use as an OS and data storage disk for two Raspberry Pi 3B music players I built, and they worked great for about four months before failing within two weeks. Raspbian set up and used the first three partitions on the cards. The music was stored on the fourth partition, which was formatted as FAT32. In Raspbian/Volumio, that extra partition appeared as a separate USB drive. As I previously stated, the disks performed flawlessly for approximately four months, with no read errors. Then, all of a sudden, they wouldn't boot. I attempted to inspect them, but they were no longer visible in device lists or partition managers. I tried them out on other Raspberry Pis, desktops, laptops, and even cameras. They wouldn't be recognized by anyone. I usually have good luck with PNY products, so the failure of the first one caught me off guard. When the second one failed not long after, I was even more surprised. It's very disappointing to see PNY produce work of this caliber.

Myra Crowley

| Feb 26, 2021

As a result, "computer memory size" and "digital storage capacity" are both clearly stated. So when I read 256 GB, I expect SI 256,000 bytes to be 256 GB x 1000, but it's not even close, coming in at 231. There are 34 GB, or 231,340 bytes, in this file. So, even using the SI 1000 bytes per GB standard for hard drive storage, this chip isn't even close to what was advertised. br>br>As a result, when you try to apply a 256 GB image to the drive, it says it's too small. The kicker is that the image software claims 252 GB, which is odd because Windows claims 238 GB. Hmm, I consider myself to be fairly computer savvy, but this is the first chip or thumb drive I've ordered in years that isn't exactly what I expected. This usually indicates that the SD card is a fake or has been altered in some way that isn't standard, such as missing 24,660 gb in SI standard storage or missing data of 24 gb.

Simone Fisher

| Nov 26, 2021

For those who know what they're talking about, this is the best option. Sandisk has been beset by "fakes" for quite some time. These have flooded the market, even in major retailers; either that, or SanDisk has abandoned quality control. That is something I firmly believe. Over a year ago, I made the switch to PNY sdcards exclusively. I won't return. Because I'm an Android fanatic and a natural rooter, I tend to use my SD cards in harsher environments on a daily basis. I have never had a PNY die on me or fail in any way.

Emery Williams

| Sep 23, 2021

In my DSLR, I use it as one of the many SD cards. This one died after the second use; I actually have 6 or 7 of these 128GB and 256GB cards. br>br> During a hiking trip, I was able to keep all RAW. It was completely wiped clean of all RAW files. I tried using a variety of tools from different manufacturers to recover the data, but it was in vain. The available space on the card is only around 8MB. reorganization, and formatting Partitioning and other fixes don't work. br>I contacted PNY support and was not impressed. br>I've now switched to Sandisk, which is a little more expensive but hopefully more reliable.

Wade Flowers

| Dec 23, 2020

It won't recognize or format the file in any way. Formatting is not possible on an Android phone or a Windows PC. When it's plugged in, it doesn't always recognize it. It's completely pointless.

Maison Melton

| Feb 01, 2021

I purchased the card with the intention of using it to store 256GB of retropie images; however, several of the images that were sized for this card did not fit. I finally found a picture that fit, but I didn't like it. So, while flashing the card, I found another image to load because the card could only hold 56mb at the time. I gave it two stars because I received a full refund.

Richard Kelly

| Feb 11, 2021

Depending on which app I use, I get different benchmark results. After several tests with a USB adaptor, I'm recording 90 read and 60 write speeds on my PC. I'm getting much lower results on my Note 8, where I was planning to use my card. br>The cards record QHD video without problems, ranging from a low of 33 read, 10 write to a high of 69 read, 40 write. br>What else can be said?.

Trace SANDERSON

| Jun 03, 2021

I'll be able to download games without any problems for the rest of the year!.

Amira Gallegos

| Dec 29, 2020