Hi
I want to buy a 64GB micro SD card form my Samsung Galaxy S4 (getting one next week ). I'm thinking about:
Samsung Pro (read: 70MB/sec write: 20MB/s)
SanDisk Ultra (read: 30MB/sec write: 30MB/s)
SanDisk Mobile Extreme (read: 45MB/sec write: 30MB/s)
ADATA (read: 30MB/sec write: 10MB/s)
All of them are class 10 and support UHS-1
The first three cost pretty much the same, ADATA is like 2/3 of their price.
The speeds provided are probably for sequential read/write. I don't know what it looks like in terms of random access. Does it even matter since this is only storage for data? (as far as I know Galaxy S4 doesn't allow you to install apps on SD card)
My second concern is recording videos in full hd. Will all of the cards handle it?
Finally will the phone take full advantage of the declared read/write speeds?
What is the most reasonable choice here?
Speaking from personal experience, if you read up on it you'll find a lot of S4's having difficulty with some SanDisk higher capacity cards. When my SanDisk 64 gb card failed, I replaced it with a 64 gb UHS1 Samsung card. I have not had one issue with it, where the SanDisk failed daily.
No problems after CM11 M3 Snapshot
gisek said:
Hi
I want to buy a 64GB micro SD card form my Samsung Galaxy S4 (getting one next week ). I'm thinking about:
Samsung Pro (read: 70MB/sec write: 20MB/s)
SanDisk Ultra (read: 30MB/sec write: 30MB/s)
SanDisk Mobile Extreme (read: 45MB/sec write: 30MB/s)
ADATA (read: 30MB/sec write: 10MB/s)
All of them are class 10 and support UHS-1
The first three cost pretty much the same, ADATA is like 2/3 of their price.
The speeds provided are probably for sequential read/write. I don't know what it looks like in terms of random access. Does it even matter since this is only storage for data? (as far as I know Galaxy S4 doesn't allow you to install apps on SD card)
My second concern is recording videos in full hd. Will all of the cards handle it?
Finally will the phone take full advantage of the declared read/write speeds?
What is the most reasonable choice here?
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I'm using a SanDisk Ultra 64 GB microSDXC Class 10 UHS-1 Memory Card I got on Amazon for about $50 and It's working great. I had to do a FULL format as opposed to a 'Quick Format' on a Windows PC.
Before the phone would suddenly tell me the SD card was removed when it wasn't. Now after a full format and CM11 SnapshotM3 no probs.
This card has been in my S4 since the day I got it nearly 10 months ago and it has not once failed on me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IIJ6W4S
currently with a deep discount for a card that was just released if you're willing to pay for it
earlier sandisk 64GB cards had issues (I had one). I jsut bought one last week and it's working great
Kawaisa said:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IIJ6W4S
currently with a deep discount for a card that was just released if you're willing to pay for it
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Kawaisa said:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IIJ6W4S
currently with a deep discount for a card that was just released if you're willing to pay for it
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I know they have just been released but are the 128GB cards compatible with the S4? Currently have a 32GB card at the moment, which is a San Disk replacement, the original one I had failed completely out of the blue a few months back and San Disk replaced under warranty, not had any problems since. Probably wouldnt have need for a 128GB card but would be tempted to upgrade to a 64GB one in a few months. Still nice to know we can expand to 128GB. Would make an even better justification of the inclusion of the sd card slot on the S4.
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I know they have just been released but are the 128GB cards compatible with the S4? Currently have a 32GB card at the moment, which is a San Disk replacement, the original one I had failed completely out of the blue a few months back and San Disk replaced under warranty, not had any problems since. Probably wouldnt have need for a 128GB card but would be tempted to upgrade to a 64GB one in a few months. Still nice to know we can expand to 128GB. Would make an even better justification of the inclusion of the sd card slot on the S4.
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Hmm, this would seriously help extend the lifespan of my S4. Considering most android phones now have no sc card slot and 16/32GB tops.
http://phandroid.com/2014/02/27/phones-that-work-with-sandisk-128gb-microsdxc-card/
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Deal of the day at best buy is sd cards. 32 gb for 22 bucks
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I Just brought a samsung pro 64gb from ebay, was genuine for £31 and its decent, running smooth, no problems.
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You're welcome
http://us.hardware.info/reviews/4544/49-sd-and-microsd-cards-tested-theres-a-difference
I went with the Samsung pro 64gb. Better dollar for power, cost me about $40 shipped. If your want the best, go with SanDisk, they can be had for about $40 as well.
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Decepticaons said:
I went with the Samsung pro 64gb. Better dollar for power, cost me about $40 shipped. If your want the best, go with SanDisk, they can be had for about $40 as well.
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The Sandisk will in no way be any better than the Samsung SD card :good:
the mobile extreme of course. superfast sd card
i dont think samsung s4 support uhs-I, so a normal class 10 would do nice..
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i dont think samsung s4 support uhs-I, so a normal class 10 would do nice..
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I can confirm it works, i have the pro one with uhs-1 and it works flawless victory.
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kuljit55 said:
I can confirm it works, i have the pro one with uhs-1 and it works flawless victory.
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uhs will work flawlessly but not at maximum performance since s4 currently only support up to class 10. would you try to bench your sd card with A1 SD Bench from playstore?
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Just wondering if the card vzw sells is class 2 or 4?
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not sure. but whatever class it is, it cant beat the deal that newegg has. I got a 32gb class 10 or $68. received it the next day with free shipping
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820211558
True, but I get a good discount at vzw and don't have to wait.
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I know you get a discount at VZ and probably won't need my recomendation, but if you decide to buy it outside VZ consider the following one.
http://www3.pny.com/category_buymulti.aspx?Category_ID=460
Factory sealed from the manufacturer itself. Heck, it even have a Xoom tablet on the package.
32 GB Class 10 @ 69.00dlls
Not to mention that I've heard more about PNY than the Adata brand above.
Vzw is class 2. But I got it and tb otterbox for $107. The card runs as fast as a class 6 or better. My question is why label it class 2 if it has a speed rating far past that? Sandisk says class is bare minimum it runs, and it is rated to run far past that in speed. It actually loads my pdf files faster than the internal memory does. That's a plus f for me. Thanks for the replies though.
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So, I am considering either a 32 or 16 gb microsdhc card. Amazon has this Sandisk 32 gb card for 36.81.(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003WGJYCY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=A3I03IKXN1ZUN8) Anyone have other ideas for good sources for MicrosdHC cards? 32 would be awesome, but 16 will do as well. I've had good luck with Sandisk. Has anyone had good luck with some of these off-brand cards out there?
I like to use NewEgg, not always the complete cheapest but they generally have good deals. Their cards are normally not made in china however and if you do have a issue with read/write speed or anything for that matter their customer service is impeccable, they will not hesitate to send you a new card even before you send the other back so you wont be without.
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I like to use NewEgg, not always the complete cheapest but they generally have good deals. Their cards are normally not made in china however and if you do have a issue with read/write speed or anything for that matter their customer service is impeccable, they will not hesitate to send you a new card even before you send the other back so you wont be without.
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Same here, just bought a sandisk 16g class4 two days ago for 19.99 w/fs, it's on its way to mah house.
I just found out this deal at dealextreme. KingMax MicroSD card 16GB and class 10 for 32 euro's!
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/genuin...card-with-sd-card-adapter-16gb-class-10-54349
It's a real and good brand and according to the test it really gets class 10 speeds so that should be perfect for your phone. Probably going to buy one soon myself.
Got my 32gb for free thank you verizon
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How did you get a free 32gb?
HTC thunderbolt that's how
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HTC thunderbolt that's how
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Bingo lol
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Does the HTC Inspire 4g support a microsd 32gb Class 10?
****aki said:
Does the HTC Inspire 4g support a microsd 32gb Class 10?
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A few people using 32GB class 10 cards
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1214517
That was the first result in a Google Search for "inspire 4g 32 class 10"
Just for future reference...
A search on this site would have found it as well
Apparently so since I have one in mine and no issues.
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Sorry I checked google but didn't find anything useful at the time, thank you a lot though and i got ripped off. and Are microcenter microsd cards legit?
Micro Center as a retailer is legite. But I don't think they have a Micro Center brand 32GB microSD. Do yourself a favor and buy from legite places like Newegg.com or BestBuy or even WalMart. And stick with a name brand card.
Got the lexar class 10 in mine from inception
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Just remember you get what you pay for. If someone is offering a Micro sd at a price that seems too good to be true then it will be too good to be true. I agree with above. Stay to known good retailers. Like Best Buy or Wal-mart or office max.
Yes, I'm using a class 10 32gb micro sd right now. I did have to format it in a special way before it worked properly. See my post at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=18832647#post18832647
Not that you may be on to something but I have only formatted past cards with windows or the phone itself and never had an issue like this. I have been using a 32GB card now for over 3 months. It is 85% full and works perfectly. And it was fully formatted (not quick format) with my computer in a card slot with an sd adapter.
I'm now using a 64gb micro SD.
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I'm going to buy a 16 Gig sd card class 6 for my phone.what are some good name brands to buy.
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How good is the name brand PNy?I found 16 Gig class 10 sd cards new for $12 dollars.Is that a awesome deal?
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ive tried samsung sandisk pny etc they have all worked the same for me. i find sandisk usually has the best deal so i stick with them lately
Anyone know where I could order a 64 Gb sdxc sd card for a decent price.I would appreciate any information.
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Anyone know where I could order a 64 Gb sdxc sd card for a decent price.I would appreciate any information.
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Best Buy usually has the 32 and 64gb cards on sale. I don't buy cards from eBay or Amazon so I bought from somewhere I know I'll get what I'm paying for. I bought a SanDisk 32gb mobile ultra card for 34.99 and the 64gb were also on sale for 79.99. You'll have to catch the sales though as they go up one day and then back on sale the next week. They also have lots more cards for cheap too.
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Here is a 16gb micro sd card for 7.98 shippped, this is legit I have ordered from them before
Where? I'm interested.
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Did someone try the SanDisk mobile ultra sd card??
I want to buy 32gb for my phone , but I don't know whether it can use in my phone with a high speed.
I saw some review that the card can have 30mb/s read and over 20 mb/s write
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I use 16 Gb 10 class Transcend microsd card.
Work well.
Does anybody know the read/write speed limits of our sensations?
i.e. would it make sense to buy the fastest sd card available or is an class 10 for example already faster than our phones can handle?
I think most brand would be fine. Just check the card's class rating if that's important to you. I wouldn't recommend buying one off eBay even though the prices may be cheaper there; I've heard that there are a lot of counterfeit fake SD cards being sold on eBay.
Bamn09 said:
Does anybody know the read/write speed limits of our sensations?
i.e. would it make sense to buy the fastest sd card available or is an class 10 for example already faster than our phones can handle?
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Sensation can only read the FAT32 format, the write speed is around 10MB/s, 20MB/s read
I think use USH-I is useless. I cannot use it in a high speed
dr3amsINdigital said:
I think most brand would be fine. Just check the card's class rating if that's important to you. I wouldn't recommend buying one off eBay even though the prices may be cheaper there; I've heard that there are a lot of counterfeit fake SD cards being sold on eBay.
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The brand does matter actually. As an example, the Kingmax Class 10 performance is lower than the Sandisk Class 6 in many areas.
Sandisk 64GB MicroSDXC Class 10 Mobile Ultra is selling at about RM220 at my place which comes to about USD69. That's a pretty good price since 1 year back a 32GB card with a lower class rating cost just as much if not more. Planning to get it soon.
ADATA 16 gb class 10 microsd at meritline.com
Not sure about international, but the price is right for a class 10 card.
$12.85(USD not including shipping which I think is free in the USA) w/Code: MLC709YN For First 100 Orders
EDIT: They take international orders but they have conditions. I think they only accept paypal.
Hey,
I am a new galaxy s4 i9505 user which is pretty obvious anyway because the phone launched out like 2 weeks ago but anyway...
so I bought the phone yesterday and I got the 16gb version and I need more memory...
can you help me and tell me if the "SanDisk Ultra Micro SDXC 64GB SDSDQUA-064G" is compatible with my phone ?
That card should work. I was planning to buy that until I saw this:
Newegg - Productcode: N82E16820147220 - $56.99
This card is faster and on sale now, Samsung's fastest speeds at up to 70MB/s Read and 20MB/s.
dusr said:
Hey,
I am a new galaxy s4 i9505 user which is pretty obvious anyway because the phone launched out like 2 weeks ago but anyway...
so I bought the phone yesterday and I got the 16gb version and I need more memory...
can you help me and tell me if the "SanDisk Ultra Micro SDXC 64GB SDSDQUA-064G" is compatible with my phone ?
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coskevin said:
That card should work. I was planning to buy that until I saw this:
Newegg - Productcode: N82E16820147220 - $56.99
This card is faster and on sale now, Samsung's fastest speeds at up to 70MB/s Read and 20MB/s.
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Thank you for answering so fast but I think I will go with the sundisk card that wrote because its sold right near my house and I am from israel and I am not really into online shopping so the newegg isnt really an option for me...
scard
the best kingston, at least for me
Both Samsung and SanDisk are working fine.
More info @ The best micro SD card for Samsung Galaxy S4
There are some awesome prices this weekend on Samsung class 10 micro sds at Frys if you have one close.
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I am planning to get a class 10 card I was it will provide the best read and write speed... my current phone has a 32 gig card but I have heard there are many issues with SanDisk card produced before December 2012
Just waiting for a good Newegg deal
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arosadojr87 said:
I am planning to get a class 10 card I was it will provide the best read and write speed... my current phone has a 32 gig card but I have heard there are many issues with SanDisk card produced before December 2012
Just waiting for a good Newegg deal
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Go to fry's if you have one close starting today till next week. Samsung 32gb class 10 $20, 64gb $50
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GiantJay said:
Go to fry's if you have one close starting today till next week. Samsung 32gb class 10 $20, 64gb $50
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SWEEETTTT...I do not have one close to me BUT I can order online for for only 1.99 shipping...As I do not have my S4 yet I have time to wait for delivery will be ordering tonight Thanks GiantJay :good:
UPDATE
Tried to order from Frys but when I went to checkout it was only avilable for store pick up...so i just picked one up on ebay for 8 more bucks...well worth it considering best buy wants 65...WHO ARE THEY KIDDING!!!