Samsung has slashed the price of its 1TB Pro Plus microSD Card to an unprecedented low of $80 during its Big Spring Sale. Originally priced at $120, this high-performance card is well-suited for enhancing storage on devices like the Steam Deck and handheld PCs. For fans of Sonic the Hedgehog, a special edition of the same 1TB card featuring Sonic’s imagery is available for $90, down from $126.
In addition, consumers can take advantage of the Samsung 1TB Evo Select microSD, now priced at $70, matching its previous low. Although it may be 20MB/s slower than the Pro Plus, the Evo Select remains a strong option for the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, as well as devices running Windows or Android.
Both the Pro Plus and Evo Select microSD cards are rated U3 (Ultra-High Speed Class 3), ensuring they can handle the demands of 4K video recording and playback. While the Pro Plus boasts a read speed of up to 180MB/s compared to the Evo Select’s 160MB/s, this difference is unlikely to impact gaming performance on devices like the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck.
Current promotions indicate that Samsung’s offerings are competitively priced against popular alternatives. The SanDisk Ultra 1TB microSD card is being sold for $75, achieving read speeds of up to 150MB/s. Conversely, the SanDisk Extreme 1TB card offers faster performance at 190MB/s.
Opting for trusted brands such as Samsung and SanDisk is often recommended due to their reliability and longevity, especially when safeguarding valuable data like save files from video games. However, budget-friendly options are also available, such as the Lexar Play 1TB, now on sale for only $64 with read speeds of up to 160MB/s. For those seeking even higher speeds, the upgraded Lexar Play model offers max rates of 205MB/s and is priced at $88.
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