Do I need a special reader to get 280MB/s?

Yes. The card only reaches its rated read speed in a UHS-II reader or device. In a UHS-I slot it runs at UHS-I speeds.

Is it fast enough for 4K video?

Yes. The V30 rating and 180MB/s writes cover 4K UHD recording in drones, action cameras and phones.

Will it work in a Nintendo Switch?

It works, but the Switch uses UHS-I speeds, so you will not see the card's full performance there.

How is it different from the Lexar Professional Silver?

The Gold is the UHS-II card with higher read and write speeds. The Silver line is UHS-I and slower, but works in more devices at full speed.

What comes in the box?

The card on its own. A UHS-II reader is sold separately and is needed for the fastest transfers.

Where is the LEXAR 128G Professional Gold MicroSDXC GL cheapest?

At Walmart, for $105.98, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the LEXAR 128G Professional Gold MicroSDXC GL?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Adorama, Newegg.

LEXAR 128G Professional Gold MicroSDXC GL

Best price now

$105.98at WalmartChecked Nov 8

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What reviewers say

Owners of UHS-II handhelds and drone users report fast transfers and steady 4K recording. The common complaint is that speeds drop sharply in UHS-I devices, which many cameras and readers still are.

What people mention

Transfer speedPraisedOwners say large video files copy quickly when paired with a UHS-II reader.
UHS-II supportMixedIt shines in UHS-II handhelds but drops to UHS-I speeds in most cameras and readers.
4K recordingPraisedUsers report steady 4K capture in drones and action cameras without dropped frames.
ValueCriticisedSome buyers feel it costs more than a UHS-I card that would serve their device just as well.

About the LEXAR 128G Professional Gold MicroSDXC GL

Pro-level performance in a microSD cardThe Lexar Professional GOLD microSDXC UHS-II Card is the perfect high-performance card for capturing drone and action camera footage and is also great for UHS-II portable gaming devices. Read speeds up to 280MB/s allow you to quickly transfer massive amounts of files and load games fast while write speeds up to 180MB/s and a V60 rating let you capture high-quality images and extended lengths of Full-HD and 4K UHD video without dropping frames.Powerful Performance for Your DevicesThe Lexar Professional GOLD microSDXC UHS-II Card is ideal for drone and action camera users that need to capture and quickly transfer massive quantities of files.Built for SpeedBlazing-fast read speeds up to 280MB/s let you expedite your workflow and transfer files in a flash-up to 75% faster than with a UHS-I card. Pair with a UHS-II reader for maximum performance.Picture-worthy PerformanceWith write speeds up to 180MB/s and a V60 rating, the Lexar Professional GOLD microSDXC UHS-II Card is perfect for capturing high-quality images and Full-HD and 4K UHD video without dropping frames.Make the Most of Your UHS-II Portable Gaming DevicesThe Lexar Professional GOLD microSDXC UHS-II Card lets you take advantage of your device's UHS-II performance.Rigorously TestedAll Lexar products undergo extensive testing in the Lexar Quality Labs, facilities with thousands of different cameras and digital devices to ensure performance, quality, compatibility, and reliability.