Lexar Unleashes 1TB microSD Express Card for Nintendo Switch 2

Storage woes on the go could soon be a thing of the past for Nintendo Switch 2 owners. Lexar, a prominent name in memory solutions, has officially announced and begun shipping their groundbreaking 1TB microSD Express card, specifically designed with the upcoming Nintendo console in mind. This development arrives just ahead of the Switch 2’s anticipated June 5th launch, offering a significant boost in portable storage capacity for gamers eager to download and carry a vast library of titles.

The new Lexar PLAY PRO microSDXC Express Card utilizes the latest SD card standard, integrating PCI Express 3.0 and NVMe 1.3 interfaces. This advanced technology translates to a substantial performance upgrade, boasting read speeds of up to 900MB/s and write speeds reaching 600MB/s. For Switch 2 users, this means significantly faster game loading times and accelerated download speeds for digital purchases. The 1TB capacity provides ample space for large AAA titles, downloadable content, and save data, alleviating concerns about running out of storage.

Notably, the microSD Express standard is a requirement for expanded storage on the Nintendo Switch 2, meaning traditional microSD cards will not be compatible for this purpose. While the Lexar PLAY PRO card is backward-compatible with UHS-I and UHS-II devices (albeit at slower speeds), its full potential will be realized on the new Nintendo console. Available in 1TB, 512GB, and 256GB options, Lexar’s new cards aim to meet the storage needs of a wide range of players, albeit at a premium price point, with the 1TB version listed at an MSRP of $199.99. This move by Lexar signals a readiness for the Switch 2’s arrival and addresses a key aspect for gamers looking to maximize their portable gaming experience.