Samsung Electronics 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 45 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. 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 organizing 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. It also boasts a UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) and Video Speed Class 30 (V30) for 4K UHD video with A2 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.
Maximized 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)’s Low Density Parity Check (LDPC) 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, high temperatures, X-rays and magnetic field. For creators venturing into challenging conditions, the PRO Plus and EVO Plus have demonstrated durability through extensive testing and are drop-proof and resistant to wear-out.
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 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 worldwide in July, 2024. The PRO Plus has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) ranging from $24.99 for the 128GB model to $153.99 for the 1TB model. The MSRP for the EVO Plus ranges from $12.99 for the 64GB model to $131.99 for the 1TB model.
The PRO Plus and EVO Plus have a 10-year limited warranty.
