SanDisk MicroSDXC Extreme GO 512GB 240/160MB/s UHS-I-5K-4K UHD-U3-V3

SanDisk MicroSDXC Extreme GO 512GB 240/160MB/s UHS-I-5K-4K UHD-U3-V3 | High-capacity storage for demanding video

The SanDisk MicroSDXC Extreme GO 512GB pairs a 512GB capacity with 240/160MB/s speed figures, for people choosing a card around both storage space and stated performance. It’s labelled for 5K and 4K UHD, so it’s aimed at users whose work includes high-resolution video, as well as anyone who wants a large-capacity microSDXC card. The title also identifies UHS-I, U3 and V3, giving you the card’s interface and speed-class markings at a glance. That makes this a specific option to compare against the requirements of your recording device and mode, rather than a card to choose on capacity alone. My honest take: the title is packed with useful numbers, but the best match still depends on the requirements of the device you’ll use it in. Start there, then decide whether the capacity and speed figures suit your needs.

When you’re deciding, think about the balance you need between card space and the speed figures printed in the name. A large capacity can be useful when your workflow calls for keeping more material on one card, while the 5K and 4K UHD labels point to the recording formats this card is marketed around. Those labels are a helpful starting point, not a substitute for matching the card to a particular device’s requirements. If you’re comparing cards, look at the full set of markings rather than focusing on one number in isolation. That’s the practical way to judge whether this SanDisk belongs on your shortlist.

Technical Specifications

• Card type: MicroSDXC
• Capacity: 512GB
• Speed figures: 240/160MB/s
• Interface: UHS-I
• Video labels: 5K, 4K UHD
• Speed classes: U3, V3