Are these microSD Express deals worth it?
MicroSD Express deals are limited-time discounts on next-generation microSD cards that use PCIe-based Express technology to deliver much higher read and write speeds than standard microSD, making them ideal for Nintendo Switch 2 gaming, 4K video recording, and heavy content creation workloads. Both of today’s headline offers are worth it if you need fast gaming storage. The 256GB Samsung P9 microSD Express drops from USD 79.99 (approx. RM370) to USD 39.99 (approx. RM185), effectively halving the price while storage prices are rising. Amazon also cuts the PNY 512GB storage card from USD 119.99 (approx. RM555) to USD 99.99 (approx. RM460), a 17% discount that saves you USD 20 (approx. RM90). These are the lowest prices seen this year, so if you own a microSD Express device, they are easy recommendations.
| Deal | Original price | Current price |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung P9 microSD Express 256GB | USD 79.99 (approx. RM370) | USD 39.99 (approx. RM185) |
| PNY microSD Express 512GB | USD 119.99 (approx. RM555) | USD 99.99 (approx. RM460) |
Samsung P9 microSD Express: best-value Switch 2 upgrade
The Samsung P9 microSD Express 256GB is the standout value pick in today’s microSD Express deals. It drops to USD 39.99 (approx. RM185) from USD 79.99 (approx. RM370), undercutting even Nintendo-endorsed cards while doubling a Nintendo Switch 2’s standard 256GB internal storage to an effective 512GB setup. Samsung quotes up to 800MB/s speeds, compared to around 100MB/s for typical microSD cards, which means much faster load times and smoother streaming assets in modern games. The card uses PCIe technology and Dynamic Thermal Guard to keep performance stable during long gaming sessions. One quotable fact is that the same P9 model was seen as high as USD 82.69 (approx. RM380) earlier in June, so this is a steep drop compared with recent pricing. The catch: the deal expires at the end of June 26 and stock is limited.
PNY 512GB microSD Express: high-capacity 4K and gaming workhorse
If you care more about capacity than lowest price per card, the PNY 512GB microSD Express is the better fit. Amazon cuts it to USD 99.99 (approx. RM460), down from its USD 119.99 (approx. RM555) retail price, which is a 17% discount and USD 20 (approx. RM90) saved. This is the best deal seen on this model this year. Performance is its big draw: up to 890MB/s read and 810MB/s write, far beyond standard UHS-I microSD cards, which makes it excellent for fast gaming storage and other heavy tasks. It carries U3, V30, and A1 ratings, so it can handle 4K video capture, app installs, and large game libraries on supported devices. PNY also notes backwards compatibility with UHS-I and UHS-II hosts, though Express speeds only appear on devices that support the newer standard.
MicroSD Express vs standard microSD: why these deals matter
Both the Samsung P9 microSD and the PNY 512GB storage card highlight why microSD Express is a meaningful upgrade over standard microSD. The Nintendo Switch 2 moved from regular microSD to microSD Express, and these new cards are described as “massively faster,” with the P9 alone reaching up to 800MB/s where typical cards top out around 100MB/s. The PNY card goes further, with up to 890MB/s read and 810MB/s write, again far beyond standard UHS-I options. For content creators, that translates into smoother 4K recording and faster file offloads; for gamers, it means quicker loads and fewer texture hitches. With prices on microSD Express cards fluctuating and sometimes hitting USD 82.69 (approx. RM380) for 256GB models, hitting these record-low offers on fast gaming storage makes sense if you need high-capacity, high-speed removable storage this year.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the Samsung P9 microSD Express if you want the cheapest way to expand a Nintendo Switch 2 with fast gaming storage at record-low pricing.
- Skip the Samsung P9 microSD Express if you still use older devices like the original Switch or Steam Deck that cannot use microSD Express cards.
- Buy the PNY 512GB microSD Express if you need high-capacity PNY 512GB storage for 4K video capture, large game libraries, and app storage on supported devices.
- Skip the PNY 512GB microSD Express if you only need basic storage and your device’s slot tops out at standard microSD speeds.
- Buy the Samsung P9 microSD Express if you want a budget-friendly entry into microSD Express deals before rising storage prices make upgrades more expensive.
- Skip the Samsung P9 microSD Express if you cannot commit before the Prime Day deadline or are waiting for even larger capacities to drop in price.
