Next-Level Speed for Next-Level Experiences: SANDISK microSD Express Card – 256GB
Unleash your creative potential and dive into new dimensions of performance with the SanDisk microSD™ Express Card. Designed for creators, explorers, and high-performance gamers who refuse to settle, this next-generation memory card integrates a breakthrough PCIe® Gen 3-NVMe™ interface to deliver speeds up to 3.5 times faster than traditional microSD™ UHS-I cards. Enjoy lightning-fast camera roll offloads and rapid file transfers—such as 2-hour HD movie downloads in under 3.2 seconds—when paired with compatible readers like the SanDisk PRO-READER SD Express Dual Card.
Engineered for future-ready devices while maintaining full backwards compatibility with standard microSD™ UHS-I hardware, this card supports high-bitrate 5.3K video capture today and prepares you for upcoming 8K technologies. It also delivers ultra-quick load times and a seamless gaming experience on compatible handheld gaming devices. Equipped with proprietary SanDisk ThermAdapt™ technology featuring a dynamic adaptive thermal controller and specially designed enclosure, it manages high-speed heat dissipation safely, all backed by comprehensive, rugged durability.
Professional Studio Features
Breakthrough PCIe Gen 3 NVMe Speed: Delivers sequential read speeds up to 880MB/s and write speeds up to 650MB/s for blazing-fast data access.
3.5X Faster Than UHS-I: Outpaces conventional high-end cards to dramatically shorten media offload times and boost workflow efficiency.
ThermAdapt™ Heat Management: Features a custom enclosure and dynamic adaptive thermal controller to keep high-speed operations within safe temperature limits.
Handheld Gaming Ready: Accelerates game loading times and asset streaming on modern portable gaming consoles.
Future-Ready & Backwards Compatible: Built with a PCIe NVMe interface while retaining full backwards compatibility with standard microSD™ UHS-I devices.
All-Weather Extreme Durability: Waterproof, temperature-proof, humidity-proof, drop-proof, shock-proof, magnetic-proof, X-ray-proof, and wear-out proof.
💡 Pro-Tip: Pair this card with the SanDisk PRO-READER SD Express Dual Card to maximize the PCIe Gen 3 bandwidth and achieve maximum transfer speeds when offloading massive 4K/5K video libraries in seconds!
Highlights & Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Brand & Model | SanDisk microSD™ Express Card |
| Capacity | 256GB |
| Form Factor | microSDXC™ |
| Interface | PCIe Gen 3 / NVMe (Backwards compatible with UHS-I) |
| Sequential Read | Up to 880MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 650MB/s |
| Operating Temperature | -13°F to 185°F (-25°C to 85°C) |
| Durability Build | Waterproof, Shockproof, Temperature-Proof, X-Ray-Proof, Magnetic-Proof & Wear-Out Proof |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
SANDISK microSD Express Card – 256GB Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the microSD Express card backwards compatible with older devices?
A: Yes! While it utilizes an advanced PCIe NVMe interface for next-generation speeds in supported hardware, it is fully backwards compatible with standard microSD UHS-I devices.
Q: How does the card handle high operating temperatures at such fast speeds?
A: It features proprietary SanDisk ThermAdapt™ technology, which combines a specially designed enclosure with a dynamic adaptive thermal controller to maintain reliable operating limits under heavy workloads.
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