Samsung’s 1TB Pro Plus microSD Card is currently available at an all-time low price on Amazon as part of the Big Spring Sale. Originally priced at $120, the 1TB Pro Plus is now discounted to just $80. For fans of Sonic the Hedgehog, there is also a version with Sonic’s face for $90 (down from $126). Known for its speed and reliability, the Pro Plus is an excellent choice for expanding storage on your Steam Deck or handheld PC.
Another option to consider is the Samsung 1TB Evo Select microSD, which is currently available for $70, matching its lowest price ever. While the Evo Select may be slightly slower than the Pro Plus, with up to 20MB/s difference, it still performs exceptionally well with devices like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, as well as various handhelds running Windows or Android.
Both the Pro Plus and Evo Select microSD cards are rated U3 (Ultra-High Speed Class 3), making them suitable for tasks like recording and watching 4K video content. These cards are also compatible with the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch, offering excellent performance for gaming. While the Pro Plus boasts slightly faster read speeds (180MB/s compared to Evo Select’s 160MB/s), the difference is minimal in terms of gaming performance on these devices.
At Amazon’s current prices, Samsung microSD cards are cheaper compared to similar models from SanDisk. The SanDisk Ultra 1TB, a popular choice, is currently on sale for $75, offering read and transfer speeds up to 150MB/s, slightly slower than the Evo Select. On the other hand, the SanDisk Extreme 1TB is faster than the Pro Plus, providing up to 190MB/s read speeds.
While established brands like Samsung and SanDisk are generally recommended for reliability, especially over extended periods, budget options from manufacturers like Lexar also offer solid alternatives. During Amazon’s Spring Sale, the 1TB Lexar Play microSD card is available for just $64, with read speeds of up to 160MB/s. There is also an upgraded model of the Lexar Play, designed specifically for gaming, with max read speeds of 205MB/s, currently priced at $88.