Switch 2 requires microSD Express cards due to higher bandwidth requirements. Buy from reputable sources to avoid scams and ensure the cards meet the standards, but don't worry about "official" ...

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Nintendo Switch 2's external storage options are rather limited at launch, as the hardware is only compatible with a specific kind of microSD card. You won't lose any data from your original Switch if ...

The PNY microSD Express Card has the fastest write speed of any Nintendo Switch 2 card that I’ve tested. This is backed up by an excellent read speed, making it a good choice for those after a high ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One expected Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade was more internal storage for games and data. It's 2025, and 32GB of space doesn't cut it anymore, ...

TL;DR: The Nintendo Switch 2 requires new microSD Express cards due to faster internal storage, making original Switch cards incompatible. PNY's 256GB microSD Express U3 V30 A1 offers high-speed ...

We’ve suspected that the Nintendo Switch 2 will use microSD cards, just like the original Switch, for the purpose of storing more games than can fit on its internal storage. But Nintendo shared during ...

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TL;DR: The Nintendo Switch 2's enhanced internal storage boosts game streaming and loading speeds but requires fast microSD Express cards for expansion. Silicon Power's new Hypera microSD Express ...

MicroSD Express cards have been around for a while, but there are only a few on the market right now as creative professionals haven’t really found much of a use for them. However, with the Switch 2 ...

The Nintendo Switch 2, like its predecessor, will use MicroSD cards for external storage. However, the new console is only compatible with MicroSD Express cards, meaning you’ll likely need to pick up ...