Samsung Electronics Launches Enhanced 1TB microSD Cards With Improved Performance and Higher Capacity

microSD cards PRO Plus and EVO Plus adopts Samsung’s advanced V-NAND technology to capture and store everyday moments safely and reliably

Boosted performance allows easier processing of larger files with sequential read speeds of 180MB/s, transfer speeds of 160MB/s

LONDON, United Kingdom – July 31, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a world-leading manufacturer of advanced memory technology, today announced the release of its 1-terabyte (TB) high-capacity microSD cards PRO Plus and EVO Plus. By adopting Samsung’s eighth-generation V-NAND (V8) technology, the PRO Plus and EVO Plus boast enhanced performance and high capacity, ideal for content creators and tech enthusiasts needing quick file transfers and storage for everyday use across their devices in everyday use.

“Creators and tech enthusiasts are increasingly using portable devices such as smartphones and handheld gaming devices to store data that demand high-performance and high-capacity,” said Hangu Sohn, Vice President of Memory Brand Product Biz Team at Samsung Electronics. “The new high-capacity microSD cards, PRO Plus and EVO Plus, are response to the demand for storing large amounts of high-quality data in a reliable and secure way.”

More Storage Capacity

The increased storage size of the PRO Plus and EVO Plus gives users the high-capacity storage options entering the TB capacity range that is mainly used in SSD devices. With 1TB of storage, users can store more than 400K 4K UHD (2.3MB) images, or more than 50 console games (20GB). The enhanced capacity of the PRO Plus and EVO Plus unlock new possibilities for everyday devices on the go such as smartphones, action cameras, drones and handheld game consoles. The PRO Plus and EVO Plus offer a range of storage options including 128-gigabyte (GB), 256GB, 512GB and 1TB. The EVO Plus also has a 64GB option.

Enhanced Performance

The PRO Plus allows users storing large amounts of high-quality content to experience excellent performance for a seamless creative workflow. It promises exceptional efficiency and solid reliability with its storage options from 128GB to 1TB, offering sequential read speeds of up to 180 megabytes-per-second (MB/s) coupled with sequential write speeds of up to 130MB/s.^[1] For fast loading and multitasking, the PRO Plus has UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) and Video Speed Class 30 (V30) for 4K UHD Video with A2 App Performance, allowing users to worry less about storing and organising their content and focus on creating.

For daily use, storing data on devices can be enhanced with the EVO Plus with transfer speeds of up to 160MB/s.^[2] It also boasts a UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) and Video Speed Class 30 (V30)^[3] for 4K UHD video with A2^[4] App Performance so users can experience seamless loading and multitasking. The 64GB EVO Plus model has varying specifications with UHS Speed Class 1 (U1), Video Speed Class 10 (V10) and A1 App Performance.

Maximised Power Efficiency and Increased Reliability with 28nm Controller

Samsung’s PRO Plus and EVO Plus 1TB microSD cards show improved power efficiency with its controller based on 28-nanometer (nm) process technology, compared to company’s previous lineup with a 55nm one. This allows users to make the most out of their device’s battery life with Samsung’s 1TB card. With an Error Correction Code(ECC)^[5]’s Low Density Parity Check (LDPC)^[6] code 2-kilobyte (KB)  engine, the PRO Plus and EVO Plus 1TB cards offer enhanced durability for a higher volume of write-and-erase cycles, ensuring safer data storage over extended periods.

Proven Durability for Reliable Storage

The PRO Plus and EVO Plus are ultra-durable and have undergone comprehensive testing, achieving high-reliability ratings in six areas. Tested extensively under harsh conditions, the PRO Plus and EVO Plus are designed to withstand challenging environments and can withstand water^[7], high temperatures^[8], X-rays^[9] and magnetic field^[10]. For creators venturing into challenging conditions, the PRO Plus and EVO Plus have demonstrated durability through extensive testing and are drop-proof^[11] and resistant to wear-out^[12]*^[13].

Compatible Across Devices

The PRO Plus and EVO Plus are compatible with a range of everyday devices so that data is stored securely, including Android^TM smartphones, tablets and handheld gaming consoles. They are also compatible with devices used in harsh environments, such as action cameras or drones for creating, editing and saving data.

The 1TB models of the PRO Plus and EVO Plus microSD Cards will be available in the United Kingdom in July, 2024. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) of the 1TB models are £153.29 for the MB-MC1T0SA/EU and £166.29 for the MB-MD1T0SA/EU. The PRO Plus and EVO Plus have a 10-year limited warranty.

microSD Cards PRO Plus and EVO Plus Specifications

1) 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes, Actual usable storage capacity may vary. User capacity measured with SD Formatter 3.1 tool with FAT file system.

2) Performance results are based on internal testing conditions. Stated performance was achieved by using PRO Plus/EVO Plus microSD card with Samsung microSD Card reader (ver3.0) in a controlled environment. Actual read/write speeds may vary depending on host configuration and user environment. For more information, please refer to the datasheet.

3) V10, V30 : Video Speed Class means sustained video capture rates of 10MB/s(V10) and 30MB/s(V30) which enable to support real-time video recording to UHS Bus IF products. Transfer speeds may vary by host device.

4) For more information on the warranty, please visit https://semiconductor.samsung.com/consumer-storage/support/documents/

[1] The foregoing read & write speeds are based on internal tests conducted under controlled conditions. Actual speeds may vary depending upon card capacity. Stated performance was achieved by using PRO Plus microSD cards with Samsung readers.

[2] The foregoing read & write speeds are based on internal tests conducted under controlled conditions. Actual speeds may vary depending upon card capacity. Stated performance was achieved by using PRO Plus microSD cards with Samsung readers.

[3] UHS Speed class(U1, U3) and Video Speed Class(V10, V30) are the speed class defined by SD Association,
based on minimum sequential write speed of the memory card, For more information, please refer to the SD specification.

[4] Application Performance class (A2) are the speed class defined by the SD Association, based on the minimum random read and write speed of the memory card. For more information, please refer to the SD specification.

[5] Engine that detects and corrects errors in NAND flash

[6] Error correction code that detects and corrects errors during memory transmission

[7] 1M depth, salt water (3% NaCl,), 35 ℃, 24hr

[8] Operating temperatures of -25℃~85℃, Non-Operating temperatures of -40℃~85℃

[9] 0.1 Gy of medium-energy radiation, 210 sec

[10] 15,000 Gauss, 30secs

[11] 10 cycles drop from 1.5 meter

[12] Insertions and extractions the card for a total of 10,000 cycles

^[13] Results from actual use may vary. Any damage or loss of data incurred as a result of exposure to water, high temperatures, X-rays, magnets, drop, and wear-out are not warranted by Samsung. All tests were performed in accordance with microSD Card Addendum to Physical Layer Specifications Version 7.10 by SD Association. Please refer to the products’ page for more information.