SanDisk’s 2TB MicroSD Card Receives Initial Price Cut in Amazon’s Black Friday Sale

As Black Friday approaches, Amazon has rolled out some impressive deals on storage devices, particularly high-capacity microSD cards by SanDisk. A standout offer includes the SanDisk Ultra 1.5TB microSD card, now available for just $89—a significant drop from its original $150 price tag. This card is an excellent choice for those planning to boost the storage on their Steam Deck. Plus, for the first time, there’s a discount on the brand-new SanDisk 2TB Extreme microSD card. And if you’re a Nintendo Switch enthusiast with a soft spot for Pokémon, you can snag a deal on an officially licensed 1TB SanDisk microSD card featuring the beloved Snorlax character.

In a quick glance at the best microSD card deals for Black Friday, you’ll notice other major brands are also marking down prices. Samsung, for example, offers its high-end Pro Plus 1TB microSD card at $90, and the 512GB version is a bargain at $40. If you’re looking for something cost-effective, check out the Lexar Play 1TB for $66 or the TeamGroup A2 Pro Plus for $60.

Focusing on the SanDisk Ultra, it’s a reliable and popular choice that pairs seamlessly with Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch. Offering speeds of up to 150MB/s, it surpasses the officially licensed Nintendo microSD cards and is apt for PC games on your Steam Deck.

Recently, SanDisk introduced a larger capacity with their 2TB SanDisk Extreme microSD card, now on sale for $180, down from $210. This newly released card boasts transfer speeds of up to 190MB/s, offering a noticeable increase in performance. For those keen on faster speeds without breaking the bank, the 1TB SanDisk Extreme is available for $80.

Another option worth considering is the SanDisk Gameplay microSD card, tailored specifically for handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch. It matches the SanDisk Extreme in terms of 190MB/s speed, although we have yet to compare the two directly. The 1TB SanDisk Gameplay card is attractively priced at $90 during the Black Friday sale.

For Nintendo fans, particularly those with a soft spot for themed accessories, SanDisk delivers with their officially licensed microSD cards adorned with familiar Nintendo imagery, such as this 1TB Pokémon-themed card featuring Snorlax. These cards are pricier than the regular SanDisk options, reflecting their unique branding. While you’re getting over $50 off its launch price, it’s worth noting this card’s speed tops at 100MB/s, which is slower than the Ultra series. Though this won’t impact Nintendo Switch performance, it’s a factor to consider for Steam Deck users who are tempted by the Pokémon design.

To sum up the best early Black Friday microSD card offerings for Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch, look out for smaller capacity SanDisk cards like the 512GB Ultra priced at $32. Samsung’s well-regarded Pro Plus microSD cards are also discounted, with the 1TB at $90 and the 512GB at $40, both offering read speeds of up to 180MB/s.