SanDisk MicroSD Express Review: Super-Fast Storage for Your Switch 2
ign.com Oct 15, 2026

SanDisk MicroSD Express Review: Super-Fast Storage for Your Switch 2

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

SanDisk’s officially‑licensed microSD Express card for the Nintendo Switch 2 delivers the fastest read and write speeds among tested options, with 880 MB/s reads and 650 MB/s writes. In real‑world transfers, the card achieved up to 122 MB/s when writing an 8.9 GB game, outperforming Samsung’s P9 Express and PNY’s model. Despite higher price points, the 512 GB variant offers a balanced capacity for the console’s 256 GB internal storage. Load times remain comparable to competitors, with minor advantages in specific titles.

💡 Why It Matters

  • · The card’s superior transfer rates can cut hours spent moving large game packages, a tangible benefit for power users who routinely shuffle titles on the Switch 2.