Amazon is currently offering discounts on PNY and SanDisk 256GB microSD Express cards, providing an opportunity for Nintendo Switch 2 owners to expand their device's storage. The PNY 256GB microSD Express card is available for $49.99, down from its original price of $54.99, marking a 9% reduction. The SanDisk 256GB microSD Express card has seen a more significant price drop to $58.99, a 20% discount from its $74.19 retail price. This sale price for the SanDisk card represents its lowest point to date, according to price tracking data.
The PNY card is priced just over its lowest recorded price of $48, making it a close alternative. In terms of performance, the PNY card features read speeds of up to 890MB/s and write speeds of up to 750MB/s. The SanDisk card offers comparable read speeds of up to 880MB/s, with write speeds reaching up to 650MB/s.
IGN has previously recognized the SanDisk 256GB microSD Express card as a favored option for the Nintendo Switch 2, specifically naming it the 'Best 256GB MicroSD Express Card' in its reviews. The card's storage capacity is noted to mirror the internal storage of the Nintendo Switch 2, making it a suitable choice for those seeking to add a substantial amount of game storage without exceeding the device's internal capacity.