--- description: Users looking for a reasonably priced solution that provides great performance should definitely take a look at the Samsung PRO Plus micro SD. title: Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Review (512GB) image: https://www.storagereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/StorageReview-Samsung-ProPlus-SD-MicroSD-3.jpg --- [](//storagereview.com/) --- [ ](https://www.facebook.com/@storagereview) [ ](https://twitter.com/storagereview) [ ](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/) [ ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/storagereview-com) [ ](https://www.youtube.com/user/storagereview?sub%5Fconfirmation=1) [ ](mailto:info@storagereview.com) [ ](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0) [ ](https://www.reddit.com/r/StorageReview/) [ ](https://discord.gg/TwMHb4azdC) [ ](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) [ ](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview) [](https://www.storagereview.com) ≡ Menu * [Home](https://www.storagereview.com/) * [Storage Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/review) * [Consumer Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/consumer) * [Enterprise Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/enterprise) * [Ubiquiti Reviews](https://www.storagereview.com/best/ubiquiti-reviews) * [SR Merch](https://store.storagereview.com) * [Leaderboards](https://www.storagereview.com/best) * [Best Storage Arrays](https://www.storagereview.com/best/storage-arrays) * [Best Enterprise SSDs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/enterprise-ssds) * [Best Servers](https://www.storagereview.com/best/servers) * [Best Desktops for Local AI](https://www.storagereview.com/best/desktops-local-ai) * [Best Laptops for Local AI](https://www.storagereview.com/best/laptops-local-ai) * [Best Local LLM Tools](https://www.storagereview.com/best/local-llm-tools) * [Agentic AI Hardware](https://www.storagereview.com/best/agentic-ai-hardware) * [Best SSDs & Hard Drives](https://www.storagereview.com/best%5Fdrives) * [Best Portable SSDs](https://www.storagereview.com/best/portable-ssds) * [Best Business Laptops](https://www.storagereview.com/best/business-laptops) * [Best Mobile Workstations](https://www.storagereview.com/best/mobile-workstations) * [Best Desktop Workstations](https://www.storagereview.com/best/desktop-workstations) * [Best Laptop Battery Life](https://www.storagereview.com/best/laptop-battery-life) * [Storage Reference Guide](https://www.storagereview.com/storage-reference-guide) * [About SR](https://www.storagereview.com/about-storagereview) * [StorageReview.com Sweepstakes Rules and Regulations](https://www.storagereview.com/storagereview-com-sweepstakes-rules-and-regulations) Search [Home](https://www.storagereview.com/) » [Review](https://www.storagereview.com/review) » Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Review (512GB) # Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Review (512GB) by Ethan Beeler on August 9, 2023 [Consumer](https://www.storagereview.com/consumer) ◇ [Memory Card](https://www.storagereview.com/consumer/memory-card) The Samsung PRO Plus microSD card is Samsungs newest card for creative professionals looking for a compact and versatile option. The microSD variant was released alongside the full-size PRO Plus SD card that we also reviewed. The memory card is available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. ![Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Front]() MicroSDs such as this one are often found in smartphones, tablets, cameras, and even drones. MicroSDs have become more common than full-size SDs in professional settings lately. It’s easy to envision why when taking a minute to imagine the large number of components that go into something like a phone for instance. With consumers demanding thinner and lighter technology, the manufacturing of smaller components starts to make sense. Because of this, getting smaller and lighter seems to be the way to go. # ![Samsung PRO Plus microSD card with PRO PLUS Full Size SD]()**Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card** The last [PRO Plus microSD ](https://www.storagereview.com/review/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb)we reviewed was released back in 2021\. The new microSD is similar to the older generation, but that isn’t to say it doesn’t have a few meaningful upgrades worth mentioning. Samsung claims read and write activity of up to 180MB/s and 130MB/s respectively. This is up from 160MB/s read and 120MB/s write, amounting to a 12% increase in reads and an 8% increase in writes compared to the previous model. It’s also worth mentioning the memory card comes with application performance class A2 support, along with a video speed class rating of V30\. This makes the card ideal for consumers seeking good performance and quick transfer of large files. Both of these metrics are proudly displayed on the front of the microSD. The PRO Plus can be purchased in a kit with a reader which uses a USB type A connector. This works for a lot of consumers, but those using Macs or other thin devices likely don’t have access to a type A port. Users in this predicament will need to purchase an adaptor for the type A connector separately. This isn’t the end of the world though, we found a set of two Anker USB A to C adaptors[ on sale for only $6](https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Charger-Charge-Charging-Samsung/dp/B0BPCZLFS4/ref=sr%5F1%5F2%5Fsspa?crid=IGG2FZYOJ25I&keywords=usb+type+a+to+usb+type+c&qid=1691164811&sprefix=usb+type+a+to+usb+type+c%2Caps%2C224&sr=8-2-spons&sp%5Fcsd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1). ## **Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Reliability** The new PRO Plus SD cards now feature seven-proof protection, up from the previous six-proof protection. These specs can be seen below. * Waterproof: 1-meter depth, saltwater, 72hrs * Temperature proof: Operating temperatures of -25℃ to 85℃, non-operating temperatures of -40℃ to 85℃ * X-ray proof: 100mGy (which is equal to airport X-ray machines) * Magnet-proof: Up to 15,000 gauss * Shockproof: shock up to 1,500g (gravitational acceleration) * Drop: withstand drops up to 5 meters (or 16.4 feet) * Wearout: up to 10,000 swipes The card’s resilience is actually quite useful for users who are constantly on the go. This paired with Samsung’s generous 10-year warranty (with 1 year of SD adaptor warranty) makes this card a great choice in terms of reliability. ![Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Backside]() As of writing this review, the Samsung PRO Plus microSD card 512GB is currently listed on [Amazon for $34.99](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1PRYPYX/ref=twister%5FB0C3BKMPDJ?%5Fencoding=UTF8&th=1). The reader is available as an option for a $5 premium. Users not in need of a microSD can check out the [full-size PRO Plus SD card](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1PX92P2/ref=twister%5FB0C3BJPH3B?%5Fencoding=UTF8&th=1). ## Samsung PRO Plus microSD Specifications | Specification | Value | | ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | | Capacity | 128GB 256GB 512GB | | Interface | UHS-I | | SD Standard | SDXC | | Performance (Read) | Up to 180MB/s | | Performance (Write) | Up to 130MB/s | | Speed Class | U3, V30, A2, Class 10 | | Certification | FCC, CE, VCCI, RCM | | Multiproof | Water, Temperature, X-Ray, Magnet, Drop, Wearout, Shock | | Warranty | Limited 10-year warranty (SD Adaptor, 1-year warranty) | ## **Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Performance** We tested the Samsung PRO Plus microSD with the bundled Samsung reader via our [Lenovo ThinkStation P520](https://www.storagereview.com/review/lenovo-thinkstation-p520-review) testbed. We will be comparing results from the PRO Plus to the [SanDisk Extreme PRO microSD](https://www.storagereview.com/review/sandisk-extreme-pro-microsd-review), another relevant microSD on the market. * Samsung PRO Plus microSD ([$34.99 for 512GB](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1PRYPYX/ref=twister%5FB0C3BKMPDJ?%5Fencoding=UTF8&th=1)) * SanDisk Extreme PRO microSD ([$47.99 for 512GB](https://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-Extreme-microSDTM-Adapter-SDSQXCD-512G-GN6MA/dp/B09X7DQJQL/ref=sr%5F1%5F5?crid=14LOPH4PE8TRW&keywords=SanDisk+Extreme+PRO+microsd&linkCode=sl2&linkId=faa0d2e1b74df4ca38b5485306438479&qid=1691525197&sprefix=sandisk+extreme+pro+microsd%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-5&ufe=app%5Fdo%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc)) Starting with the Blackmagic benchmark, the card posted results that were under what the spec sheet stated. We saw read speeds of 158.8MB/s and write speeds of 125.7MB/s. This is under the claimed figures of 180MB/s and 130MB/s read and write respectively. In all fairness, it does state that the card can reach UP to these figures, but the somewhat large 21.2MB/s discretion in read performance is too big to fully ignore.![]() The SanDisk Extreme PRO is the clear winner in our Blackmagic testing. This was expected though considering the SanDisk microSD is $13 more expensive. | Disk Speed Test | Samsung PRO Plus microSD | SanDisk Extreme PRO microSD | | --------------- | ------------------------ | --------------------------- | | Read | 158.8 MB/s | 191.1 MB/s | | Write | 125.7 MB/s | 133.2 MB/s | Moving to synthetic testing using IOMeter 1 thread, we saw similar results to the Blackmagic test. The microSD performed well in sequential 2MB reads and writes. It then dropped a little lower in the random 2MB reads and writes, but this is to be expected for this classification of microSD. The PRO Plus did excellent with the random 4k read and write testing, with IOPS counts over 2x higher than the SanDisk microSD. | **IOMeter (1 Thread)** | Samsung PRO Plus microSD | SanDisk Extreme PRO microSD | | ---------------------- | ------------------------ | --------------------------- | | Seq 2MB Read | 157.0 MB/s | 191 MB/s | | Seq 2MB Write | 125.5 MB/s | 135 MB/s | | Random 2MB Read | 149.6 MB/s | 167 MB/s | | Random 2MB Write | 101.2 MB/s | 96 MB/s | | Random 4K Read | 2626 IOPS | 1349 IOPS | | Random 4K Write | 1645 IOPS | 601 IOPS | ## **Final Thoughts** MicroSD is becoming more popular as manufacturers and consumers seek components that are lighter and take up less space. The PRO Plus microSD is Samsung’s solution to the rising demand. MicroSDs like the PRO Plus can be found in smartphones, tablets, cameras, and drones, or in this case even on a sloth! ![Samsung PRO Plus SD Card on sloth]() The Samsung microSD performed well, but slightly under what was quoted. This is not a huge deal though considering the PRO Plus hit 158.8 MB/s read and 125.7 MB/s write in our Blackmagic test. Better yet, the SD card hit 2626 IOPS read and 1645 IOPS write in our Random 4K testing. The PRO Plus microSD starts to look even more viable when we take a look at the price. The microSD is currently going for $34.99 for 512 GB along with an extra few bucks for a reader. SanDisk has better performance in most categories, but the better value of the Samsung microSD makes for a solid argument when evaluating the two competitors. Regardless, both cards offer enough speed for creative professionals working with high-quality 4k video, so it’s really down to the user to decide which microSD works best for them. Users looking for a reasonably priced solution that provides great performance should definitely take a look at the Samsung PRO Plus micro SD. [Samsung PRO Plus microSD on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1PRYPYX/ref=twister%5FB0C3BKMPDJ?%5Fencoding=UTF8&th=1) **Engage with StorageReview** [Newsletter](https://www.storagereview.com/storage%5Fnewsletter) | [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/StorageReview "Opens in a new window") | Podcast [iTunes](https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/storagereview-com-storage-reviews/id1060681115 "Opens in a new window")/[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0 "Opens in a new window") | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/ "Opens in a new window") | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/storagereview "Opens in a new window") | [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview? "Opens in a new window") | [RSS Feed](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) ![]() ### Ethan Beeler Ethan Beeler is a Business Economics student at Miami University who possesses an unwavering love for technology. With a particular interest in the inner workings of cloud computing and the applications we utilize on a daily basis, Ethan is driven by a deep curiosity to understand the IT infrastructure that powers our digital world. He combines his passion for technology with a strong analytical mindset and a desire to explore the intersection of technology and business. Eager to stay ahead of the curve, Ethan actively engages with the latest tech advancements and seeks opportunities to apply his knowledge in real-world settings. Previous post: [High-Capacity SSDs Enable Data Collection and AI at the Edge](https://www.storagereview.com/review/high-capacity-ssds-enable-data-collection-and-ai-at-the-edge) Next post: [Samsung PRO Plus SD Card Review (256GB)](https://www.storagereview.com/review/samsung-pro-plus-sd-card-review-256gb) Trusted Vendors Products and solutions from our affiliate partners: * [ Ubiquiti ](https://store.ui.com/us/en?a%5Faid=StorageReview "Opens in a new window") * [ Newegg ](https://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=g5terNMDhz0&offerid=1207190.18&subid=0&type=4 "Opens in a new window") * [ Amazon ](https://amzn.to/4fLJUEW "Opens in a new window") Newsletter Subscribe to the StorageReview newsletter to stay up to date on the latest news and reviews. We promise no spam! 1 Leave this field empty if you’re human: ## Advertisement Content Categories [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/@storagereview) [ X ](https://twitter.com/storagereview) [ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/storagereview/) [ LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/storagereview-com) [ YouTube ](https://www.youtube.com/user/storagereview?sub%5Fconfirmation=1) [ Email ](mailto:info@storagereview.com) [ Spotify ](https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6VnznABhHeOSMOmbDTz0) [ Reddit ](https://www.reddit.com/r/StorageReview/) [ Discord ](https://discord.gg/TwMHb4azdC) [ RSS ](https://www.storagereview.com/rss.xml) [ TikTok ](https://www.tiktok.com/@storagereview) Copyright © 1998-2025 Flying Pig Ventures, LLC Cincinnati, Ohio. All rights reserved. Manage your privacy To provide the best experiences, we and our partners use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us and our partners to process personal data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site and show (non-) personalized ads. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. Click below to consent to the above or make granular choices. Your choices will be applied to this site only. You can change your settings at any time, including withdrawing your consent, by using the toggles on the Cookie Policy, or by clicking on the manage consent button at the bottom of the screen. Functional Functional Always active The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Preferences Preferences The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Statistics Statistics The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Marketing Marketing The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. Statistics Marketing Features Always active Always active * [Manage options](#) * [Manage services](#) * [Manage {vendor\_count} vendors](#) * [Read more about these purposes](https://cookiedatabase.org/tcf/purposes/) Accept Deny Manage options Save preferences [Manage options](#) * [{title}](#) * [{title}](#) * [{title}](#) Manage your privacy To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. Functional Functional Always active The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Preferences Preferences The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Statistics Statistics The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Marketing Marketing The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. Statistics Marketing Features Always active Always active * [Manage options](#) * [Manage services](#) * [Manage {vendor\_count} vendors](#) * [Read more about these purposes](https://cookiedatabase.org/tcf/purposes/) Accept Deny Manage options Save preferences [Manage options](#) * [{title}](#) * [{title}](#) * [{title}](#) Manage consent Manage consent ```json {"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2","url":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2","name":"Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Review (512GB) - StorageReview.com","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/StorageReview-Samsung-ProPlus-SD-MicroSD-3.jpg","datePublished":"2023-08-09T19:10:19+00:00","dateModified":"2023-08-10T19:22:20+00:00","description":"Users looking for a reasonably priced solution that provides great performance should definitely take a look at the Samsung PRO Plus micro SD.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/StorageReview-Samsung-ProPlus-SD-MicroSD-3.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/StorageReview-Samsung-ProPlus-SD-MicroSD-3.jpg","width":1500,"height":837},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review\/samsung-pro-plus-microsd-card-review-512gb-2#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Review","item":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/review"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Samsung PRO Plus microSD Card Review (512GB)"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/","name":"StorageReview.com","description":"StorageReview.com is a leading provider of news and reviews throughout the entire IT stack - from the datacenter to the edge, and all points in between.","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/#organization","name":"StorageReview.com","url":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Storage-Reviews-2-2.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Storage-Reviews-2-2.png","width":344,"height":61,"caption":"StorageReview.com"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.storagereview.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/x.com\/storagereview","http:\/\/youtube.com\/user\/storagereview"]}]} ```