Best Micro SD Card for the Xperia Z - Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi,
I'm new here at xda-forum, cause I get an Xperia Z this week (waiting for the order) and my question is what's the best micro sd card for this phone.
Micro SD card needs:
- Class 10
- 32/64 GB
- that lasts for a very long time
Thx for helping
Greetz,
Rom

ive been using a SanDisk 64gb class ultra (10) for about a year and a half now had it in my xperia play and now my Xperia Z
only ever formated it once and that was when I first got it, I paid about 55 gbp but you can probably get one for about 40 gbp now maybe less
I wouldn't say theres a best one but that one has served and is serving me well just wish there was a 128gb now haha I have so much stuff on it, mostly android games though (30gb)
Hope this helps
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What micro sd? Micro SDXC or SDHC?
ILikeTheWayYouMove2 said:
ive been using a SanDisk 64gb class ultra (10) for about a year and a half now had it in my xperia play and now my Xperia Z
only ever formated it once and that was when I first got it, I paid about 55 gbp but you can probably get one for about 40 gbp now maybe less
I wouldn't say theres a best one but that one has served and is serving me well just wish there was a 128gb now haha I have so much stuff on it, mostly android games though (30gb)
Hope this helps
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What micro sd? the micro sdxc or the sdhc?

Between SDXC and SDHC, difference is only in size, not speed. Some people often mistakes it for another speed mark, especially on SDXC (eg. X - Xtra speed )
SDHC - Secure Digital High Capacity (0 - 32GB)
SDXC - Secure Digital Xtended Capacity (32GB and more)

I always use Sandisks and I never had a single issue with any of them.
Right now I'm using this one: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003HIWHN0/
Dirt cheap and much faster than listed. Lower class SD cards might not benchmark very well but they perform great in Android and for smaller files.

Samsung and Transcend mSD cards are also good quality and performace. I prefer Samsung because they are cheap in my friend's store. SanDisk cannot be bought in Croatia, only via amazon, ebay, etc... and are much more expensive than Samsung.
I don't believe that they are much better than Samsung Class 10 Pro than how much they cost more.

dvd777 said:
Between SDXC and SDHC, difference is only in size, not speed. Some people often mistakes it for another speed mark, especially on SDXC (eg. X - Xtra speed )
SDHC - Secure Digital High Capacity (0 - 32GB)
SDXC - Secure Digital Xtended Capacity (32GB and more)
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Ah. Now I understand. Thx. I thanked. :good:

Ambroos said:
I always use Sandisks and I never had a single issue with any of them.
Right now I'm using this one:
Dirt cheap and much faster than listed. Lower class SD cards might not benchmark very well but they perform great in Android and for smaller files.
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Thank you but I need class 10, because i use the micro sd for my video collection.
By the way thanx .

dvd777 said:
Samsung and Transcend mSD cards are also good quality and performace. I prefer Samsung because they are cheap in my friend's store. SanDisk cannot be bought in Croatia, only via amazon, ebay, etc... and are much more expensive than Samsung.
I don't believe that they are much better than Samsung Class 10 Pro than how much they cost more.
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How long have you been using it? I'm really worried, because I don't want to buy any micro sd cards, because I already bought two 16GB micro sd and they were broken after I copied my files in it :crying:

xPnoyStar said:
How long have you been using it? I'm really worried, because I don't want to buy any micro sd cards, because I already bought two 16GB micro sd and they were broken after I copied my files in it :crying:
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Did You buy mSD cards form eBay? There are lot of fake ones.
On HTC Desire I used Samsung 8GB Class 10 (2 years) and I sold HTC and that card to a friend and still working.
Now I'm using Samsung SDHC 16GB Pro Class 10 for 3 months since day 1 with Xperia Z. No problems whatsoever. I have 2y warranty with it.
Beside that, having Transcend 2GB and 4GB Class 4 in my Nokia X2 and 6303C phones, those are 4 years old.
Soon I will get Alcatel OT Idol and for him I bought Transcend 8GB Class 6.

dvd777 said:
Did You buy mSD cards form eBay? There are lot of fake ones.
On HTC Desire I used Samsung 8GB Class 10 (2 years) and I sold HTC and that card to a friend and still working.
Now I'm using Samsung SDHC 16GB Pro Class 10 for 3 months since day 1 with Xperia Z. No problems whatsoever. I have 2y warranty with it.
Beside that, having Transcend 2GB and 4GB Class 4 in my Nokia X2 and 6303C phones, those are 4 years old.
Soon I will get Alcatel OT Idol and for him I bought Transcend 8GB Class 6.
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Thx for the information. Does Sandisk last long, because in my country the Sandisk 64 GB Micro SD Class 10 SDXC is the cheapest. It costs 46 €.

xPnoyStar said:
Thx for the information. Does Sandisk last long, because in my country the Sandisk 64 GB Micro SD Class 10 SDXC is the cheapest. It costs 46 €.
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SanDisk is top quality brand, but no one can tell how long it will be working. It can work 10 years, or could die in few days. Important is for You to do backups and have valid warranty.
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SDHC
The best for me:
http://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Micr...TF8&qid=1377162416&sr=8-2&keywords=sdhc+micro

Nuddelsalat said:
The best for me:
http://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Micr...TF8&qid=1377162416&sr=8-2&keywords=sdhc+micro
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Thx for the suggestion, but I need class 10 :laugh:

xPnoyStar said:
Thx for the suggestion, but I need class 10 :laugh:
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Buy either one/cheapest/the one you can easily get. Choose between Samsung/Transcend/Kingston/A-Data/SanDisk. It is simple SD Card buying, not nuclear science

obscer From
This works great for me
http://www.amazon.de/SanDisk-microS...=UTF8&qid=1377514678&sr=8-3&keywords=micro+sd

I always used SanDisk...No problems... On My Z i'm using 32gb Class 10 microsd, And no problems

I have a SanDisk Ultra 64gig. Causing major issues with my Xperia z3. Card must be bad or something.

Did you formated it in the phone?
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Recommended Micro SD Cards That Work w/G2x

Hey guys if you guys could post some links of compatible or recommend me some 16gb/32gb micro SD cards that work with the G2x that would be great. I live in the USA.
All microSD brands should work...
OKay I was reading reviews and notice some don't work with Android devices. This one in particular.
http://www.amazon.com/Patriot-Signature-MicroSDHC-Memory-PSF16GMCSDHC10/dp/B004H8FTCK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1303337442&sr=8-1
svengalis said:
Hey guys if you guys could post some links of compatible or recommend me some 16gb/32gb micro SD cards that work with the G2x that would be great. I live in the USA.
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The Lexar 32gb class 10 supposed to be good And you will probably need a class 4-10 because of writing while your filming 1080p... you dont want any lag
JD
Yes, the Lexar 32GB works absolutely fine and is class 10, which is a MUST with such a fast phone.
I bought a Wintech 16gb Class 10 at Fry's on sale for 29.99 months ago. Works well with Samsung Galaxy S phones and my LG G2X. Sure beats the silly Class 2 that came with the Galaxy phones. Its normal price is about $32. The Wintech 32gb Class 10 is 89. These are legit class 10 micro sd cards and I have benchmark tested them. Don't buy fake crap sold on Ebay from China. Beware as they sell 4gb micro sd cards labeled as 16gb and class 10. Try putting more than 4 gb total in the card and it says storage is full.
Okay thanks guys.
I'm chinese,agree with you,DONT buy sd card from china, sufferring from the fake card,sigh
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I'm about to get my G2X later this week and I was wondering the same thing.
Do I really need a Class 10 though?
Also... what's a good size'd card for someone who wont be going crazy with the 1080p camera?
I just want to add a few movies here and there on the phone plus apps and music with some room for misc docs.
I'm looking for the combination of speed/capacity/and affordability.
Anymore suggestions?
Thanks
ps. sorry if I'm hijacking your thread.
16gb card is enough for that usage and doesnt cost much.
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marco_ch said:
16gb card is enough for that usage and doesnt cost much.
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Thanks. What class would you recommend?
Regardless of class, I think I'll start out with a 16g and see how that goes. I'm pretty sure I'll be fine. I'll spend the bigger bucks on a 2-4 gig class 6-10 for a dedicated dSLR with 1080p recording.
bump
any good recommendations from online sellers, since i'm in AU most instore are a rip offf

Recommend me an SD card.

I'm on a budget here, and I'm looking for an external SD to place all my media.
Thing is, I don't need to have amazing transfer speeds from PC to card.
I just play media on phone, and I don't frequently take videos on my phone.
So what's the best card for me? I suppose class 10 cards aren't a necessity for me right?
I bought a SanDisk 64GB Micro SDXC from Amazon for $45. Don't know what your budget is so it is hard to recommend something.
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http://www.sandisk.com/products/memory-cards/microsd/ultra-class10-with-adapter/?capacity=64GB
The best.
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Yeah I know it's the best. But don't wanna spend excess money on a card which I don't need. Any other suggestions?
Beamed from Jupiter on my Galaxy Note II
AjunNg said:
Yeah I know it's the best. But don't wanna spend excess money on a card which I don't need. Any other suggestions?
Beamed from Jupiter on my Galaxy Note II
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Just get a standard Class 10 mSD card. Unless of course you want 64GB in which case you would want to get the SanDisk Ultra 64GB
32GB
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ords=micro sd card&qid=1349895995&s=pc&sr=1-2
http://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-micro...&qid=1349895995&sr=1-5&keywords=micro+sd+card
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-32GB-...qid=1349895995&sr=1-10&keywords=micro+sd+card
Not terribly budget friendly, but not bad, either, pick one up before their gone! ($40 for 64GB!)
http://dealspl.us/Electronics_deals/p_sandisk-mobile-ultra-64gb-microsdxc-class-6-memory-card
Check out my master accessories guide it contains a 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB.
kastafela said:
http://www.sandisk.com/products/memory-cards/microsd/ultra-class10-with-adapter/?capacity=64GB
The best.
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I totally agree.
Whatever your budget and size-need is; make sure you buy a card that is class 10. Class 4 are too slow for files transfers; they're good for the normal reading of audio and video files but the transfers (in and out) are just a pain-slow...
Ron
I bought a SanDisk Micro SDXC but only 32GB
i use sandisk 32gb buyed on Amazon two years ago and Perfect!
Crazypinoy9 said:
Just get a standard Class 10 mSD card. Unless of course you want 64GB in which case you would want to get the SanDisk Ultra 64GB
32GB
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ords=micro sd card&qid=1349895995&s=pc&sr=1-2
http://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-micro...&qid=1349895995&sr=1-5&keywords=micro+sd+card
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-32GB-...qid=1349895995&sr=1-10&keywords=micro+sd+card
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+1
Sony cards are on sale today only on Amazon. Great prices!
http://gizmodo.com/save-big-sony-sd-cards-flash-drives-and-more-today-on-1535506217/@shepmcallister
psyjohn said:
Sony cards are on sale today only on Amazon. Great prices!
http://gizmodo.com/save-big-sony-sd-cards-flash-drives-and-more-today-on-1535506217/@shepmcallister
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WOAH! Anyone have any experience with any of these Sony SD cards? Looks like they're priced to move...
I heard eg class 6 performs better than class 10 in some scenarios.
Is class 10 always the way to go?
I've had a class 4 kingstone micro sd card and it worked extremely fine with media files .. I think class 10 just for media is a little bit far
Sandisk 32 gig class 10 is $22 on amazon. The class 6 is a couple dollars more. You won't need the higher class for what you are doing. Just for basic pics and music a class 6 is fine. Also I advise against the 64 gig if you are using CWM recovery and/or a aosp ROM. They aren't friends.
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10 class samsung 32G and 16G hama class 6.the hama have better speed then samsung so best is to test it before you buy
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SD
I have a sandisk sd 64 and I really like it. For most basic users like yourself I would suggest looking for a bargain deal. Amazon has SD cards on sale most of the time, I wouldn't buy anything unless it was on sale if budget is important.
I got Samsung after my SanDisk failed
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Recommendations for micro sd

My 16 gig kingston filled up quite rapidly after 2 weeks so I'm looking in getting a 32 or 64 micro sd but not sure what I shall get.
I see theres sdhc sdxc but not sure whats the differences.
I read theres issues with sandisk so I was thinking of either samsung lexar or kingston.
Also does the note 2 use the class 10 cards to its fullest as in its max read/write speeds?
I've read its pointless paying extra for the class 10 cards since the note2 dont use it to the fullest
Thanks in advance for any replies
bhp117 said:
My 16 gig kingston filled up quite rapidly after 2 weeks so I'm looking in getting a 32 or 64 micro sd but not sure what I shall get.
I see theres sdhc sdxc but not sure whats the differences.
I read theres issues with sandisk so I was thinking of either samsung lexar or kingston.
Also does the note 2 use the class 10 cards to its fullest as in its max read/write speeds?
I've read its pointless paying extra for the class 10 cards since the note2 dont use it to the fullest
Thanks in advance for any replies
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either buy 32gb or 64gb any company OTHER THAN SCANDISK ............................it Sucks big time. i have scandisk 32gb and it keeps on unmounting mounting every now and than .
sandisk 64gb class 10
The Note II can use a 64 gb sdcard. I would only use a class 10. Its way quicker tranferring files, or taking videos. Also you can use SD-Booster. Download from the Play Store. Its free. You can tell the sdcard at what speed to be ruiing at. 2048, 4096, etc, etc. Phone must be rooted to use.
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I have and currently use the ScanDisk Extreme 64GB SDXC class 10 card. I haven't had, or at least noticed, any issues while using it. I just formatted the card right away when I installed in the phone.
You may want to install directorybind. I believe you need root. A lot of app install on the phone's storage, not on the SDcard. So you may want to check if your card or phone storage filled up. Other than that, I would suggest moving pictures and videos off your phone if you have a lot.
lovekeiiy said:
I have and currently use the ScanDisk Extreme 64GB SDXC class 10 card. I haven't had, or at least noticed, any issues while using it. I just formatted the card right away when I installed in the phone.
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I have the same card no issues, no random dismounts etc
@ Amazon for $59 bucks. 1,800 five star reviews.
SanDisk Ultra 64 GB MicroSDXC Class 10 UHS-1 Memory Card with Adapter (SDSDQU-064G-AFFP-A)
I've been using the Sandisk 64GB class 10 card as well and have no issues for about 3 months now. (Knocks on wood)! There's currently a deal on both the 32gb and 64gb Sandisk at Adorama. Though there's been a few reporting failures with the Sandisk cards in the Note 2. So YMMV!
32GB - $23.95
http://www.adorama.com/IDSIUMS32GB....ate&utm_campaign=Other&utm_source=rflaid62905
64GB - 45.95
http://www.adorama.com/IDSIUMS64GB....ate&utm_campaign=Other&utm_source=rflaid62905
My SanDisk ultra class 10 went bad after 3 mos. Now I am using Samsung. Too many reports of bad SanDisk cards on the forums, I had 2 go bad, I am done with SanDisk.
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Rhiannon224 said:
My SanDisk ultra class 10 went bad after 3 mos. Now I am using Samsung. Too many reports of bad SanDisk cards on the forums, I had 2 go bad, I am done with SanDisk.
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If you use a swap file on the SD card, it will go bad way faster than normal. I avoid using the card for a swap file.
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Lexar
I've been using a Lexar 32GB Class 10 Micro SDHC card for many months. Both in the Note 2 and previously to that in an S3 -- no issues ever. No crashes, no unmounts, no corruption, etc.
I got mine when amazon had them for $40. I got two. One is in a tablet, no issues. The one in the GN2, I originally put in my Evo 4G and it worked fine; it couldn't get class 10 speed, but worked very well with Boot Manager
Thanks for all the replies
I just bought a kingston 64gb sdxc class 10 earlier @ frys for $40 after tax.
They have a sale expire tonite it was just a weekend sale and I was lucky to grab the last 1
Got it install and man this card is quick much better than my old class 4 lol
bhp117 said:
Thanks for all the replies
I just bought a kingston 64gb sdxc class 10 earlier @ frys for $40 after tax.
They have a sale expire tonite it was just a weekend sale and I was lucky to grab the last 1
Got it install and man this card is quick much better than my old class 4 lol
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how is the kingston working for you so far?
bones718 said:
how is the kingston working for you so far?
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It's been great and no issues at all. Reformatted it afew times from exfat32 to fat32 to exfat32 without any issues
Now I'm keeping it exfat32 since I have no urge to use non tw base roms
Definitely worth every penny
Get a Samsung branded one to avoid the mounting and unmounting problems. Ivd go that route when my 32gb dies.
droidbabyxda said:
Get a Samsung branded one to avoid the mounting and unmounting problems. Ivd go that route when my 32gb dies.
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I have two Samsung 32 gb class 10 cards, one in my Note 2 and one in my 10.1. Both purchaced from Amazon, no issues with either card.

Sandisk Ultra 32GB Class 10 MicroSD VS Lexar 32GB Micro SDHC High Speed Class 10 ??

Hello ,
as the tittle said
i was looking hardly for the SanDisk Ultra 32gb class 10 microSD but i didn't find it at my country
i found Lexar 32GB Micro SDHC High Speed Card with Reader - Class 10 Extreme Speed
now i would like to know which one is better
Speed / brand / stands longer
don't mind the price
Sandisk Ultra 32GB Class 10 Micro SD Card with SD Adapter - FFP :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0084DWCTW
Lexar 32GB Micro SDHC High Speed Card with Reader - Class 10 Extreme Speed :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lexar-32GB-Micro-Speed-Reader/dp/B004BR2ZTM
please help ASAP
I have been using that exact Lexar card you referenced for several months. I used it first in a Galaxy S3, and then moved it over to the Note 2.
I have not had any issues nor corruptions, and have been very pleased with it.
I would buy it again without question!
please of anyone tested both cards tell me
i need to decide urgently
Thanx a lot
MamomaN said:
please of anyone tested both cards tell me
i need to decide urgently
Thanx a lot
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I have both, the sandisk is slightly faster, lexar is slightly expensive.
Any more feedback ?
I read a lot of revs says lexar is better and faster
Please i need to buy it urgently
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I would recommend anything but Sandisk.
i have a question ...
Is Class 10 really needed for Mobile device ... or only class 4 will work for Mobile full Hd record and Burst mode shooting ??
Wiley_11 said:
I would recommend anything but Sandisk.
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why !!
i afraid it's too late , i ordered sandisk
tell me why you said that
Any ?
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about sandisk's bad reviews - a while back they had an ultrabad batch of cards that failed pretty consistently and they gained a bad rap for it - apparently they're better / fixed now, but fwiw, i've had every brand fail on me (literally; patriot, lexar, sandisk etc) but I might be the exception to the usage details as I'm swapping machines all day
My last card was a Lexar 32 c10 and it worked perfectly for over a year. It's now in my wife's G3. I've been using a Sandisk 64 c10 for the last few months and it's also working flawlessly. I think you're fine with either one.
i got the Sandisk 32 class 10
that is the first step to do to start using it now ?
format on computer or plug it to the phone directly ?
MamomaN said:
i got the Sandisk 32 class 10
that is the first step to do to start using it now ?
format on computer or plug it to the phone directly ?
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You could simply plug it in to the phone (while it's off of course) and format the card within the phone as well
I have done that too as well. I recently bought a 32gb micro sd for my Note2 sgh-i317 and for my gs3 a 64gb micro sd sgh-i747
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[Q] MicroSD card for Xperia Z

Hi.
From next week I will be proud owner of Xperia Z phone. Please, do recommend fast memory card. I used class 10 Samsung on Desire.
Now, I see that Samsung have Class 6 Plus, which are supposedly very fast.
In Croatia, there is nowhere to find SanDisk cards, so I will stick with Samsung.
So, my question is - which card to buy:
This - 16GB MicroSDHC Pro Class 10
or this - 32GB MicroSDHC Plus Class 6
Price is nearly the same (16GB is 3USD cheaper).
dvd777 said:
Hi.
From next week I will be proud owner of Xperia Z phone. Please, do recommend fast memory card. I used class 10 Samsung on Desire.
Now, I see that Samsung have Class 6 Plus, which are supposedly very fast.
In Croatia, there is nowhere to find SanDisk cards, so I will stick with Samsung.
So, my question is - which card to buy:
This - 16GB MicroSDHC Pro Class 10
or this - 32GB MicroSDHC Plus Class 6
Price is nearly the same (16GB is 3USD cheaper).
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Both are ok.
only that the 32Gb must be formated in the device.will not be able to read it if you already have data on.(on non-rooted firmware as in my case)
Class 10
dvd777 said:
Hi.
From next week I will be proud owner of Xperia Z phone. Please, do recommend fast memory card. I used class 10 Samsung on Desire.
Now, I see that Samsung have Class 6 Plus, which are supposedly very fast.
In Croatia, there is nowhere to find SanDisk cards, so I will stick with Samsung.
So, my question is - which card to buy:
This - 16GB MicroSDHC Pro Class 10
or this - 32GB MicroSDHC Plus Class 6
Price is nearly the same (16GB is 3USD cheaper).
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depending on the amount of data you have, if its not more than 10 GB i would definitely recommend Class 10. I have sandisk class 10 16GB in my XZ and i tried a 32GB class 6 the difference is very visible. if you can afford go for the 32GB class 10.
Also dont forget that you would need to format the card inside the phone for optimal performance
On Desire I used 8GB class 10, and had 6GB available couse 1,6GB was EXT4 partition. Of those 6GB on Fat32, I used 60-70% max with pics, music and recorded videos. So, better to buy smaller but faster, than larger but slower ?
It's up to you really, it depends on how much space you need. You are not going to be using the SD to hold any system files with the Z so it's okay that it's not lightning fast, I would go with the 32gb, unless you think that you'll never use that much
if i were you, i'd go for 64gb card.
mr_maiden said:
if i were you, i'd go for 64gb card.
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Thanks, but l already installed 16GB Pro class 10 by Samsung
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