Lexar

Lexar 1TB Play Micro SD Card

Name: Lexar 1TB Play Micro SD Card, UHS-I, C10, U3, V30, A2, Full HD, 4K, Up to 205/140 MB/s microSDXC Memory Card, Expanded Storage for Nintendo-Switch 1
Brand: Lexar
SKU: B0DQYCG9D6
Price: 174.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Bottom line: The Lexar 1TB Play Micro SD Card ($174.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 16:13 UTC): 1TB holds dozens of Switch titles plus a 4K video archive; main trade-off: lexar states it is not compatible with Nintendo Switch 2.

$174.99

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-21

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 1TB holds dozens of Switch titles plus a 4K video archive
✓ Up to 205MB/s read cuts game and app load times
✓ Up to 140MB/s write keeps large eShop downloads moving
✓ A2 rating targets random I/O, the spec that governs app launches
✓ Five-year limited warranty from Lexar

Cons

✗ Lexar states it is not compatible with Nintendo Switch 2
✗ UHS-I caps peak speed below UHS-II cards for pro video work
✗ Highest capacity tier carries the steepest cost per card
✗ V30 handles 4K but falls short of V60/V90 for high-bitrate capture

Manufacturer description

Rated for read speeds up to 205MB/s and write speeds up to 140MB/s, it cuts the wait between tapping a game icon and actually playing, and it moves large 4K clips off the card without stalling. The A2 rating matters here: it targets random read/write performance, which is what determines how quickly apps and game assets load rather than how fast a single big file copies. Full specs cover UHS-I, Class 10, U3, V30 and A2, so the card handles Full HD and 4K video capture and playback in addition to game storage. At 1TB, you can keep dozens of Switch titles, a photo library, and a video archive…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Lexar 1TB Play Micro SD Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. Lexar's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this microSD card work with the Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Lexar specifies this card is compatible with Nintendo Switch 1 but not with Nintendo Switch 2. Switch 2 requires microSD Express media.

How fast is the Lexar 1TB Play card?

It is rated for read speeds up to 205MB/s and write speeds up to 140MB/s, with UHS-I, Class 10, U3 and V30 ratings.

Can it record and play back 4K video?

Yes. The V30 rating and up to 140MB/s write speed support Full HD and 4K video capture, playback and transfer.

What does the A2 rating actually do for me?

A2 targets random read/write performance, so apps and game assets load faster than on an A1 card, even at the same sequential speed.

Key Features

Compatible with portable gaming devices, smartphones, tablets, and Nintendo-Switch 1 (NOT compatible with Nintendo-Switch 2)
Fast transfer speeds for quick loading time with up to 205MB/s read
Improved write speeds of up to 140MB/s for quicker downloads
Store more videos, movies, games, music, and your favorite content with large capacity up to 1TB
Quickly capture, play back and transfer Full-HD and 4K video
Loads apps faster with A2-rated performance

Full Specifications

Brand	Lexar
Color	Red
Model Name	PLAY
Read Speed	205 Megabytes Per Second
Media Speed	140 megabytes_per_second
Model Number	LMSPLAY001T-BNSNU
Compatibility	Switch
Warranty Type	Limited
Mfr Part Number	LMSPLAY001T-BNSNU
Flash Memory Type	Micro SDXC
Compatible Devices	ASUS ROG Ally, Gaming Console, Nintendo Switch 1, Smartphone, Steam Deck
Additional Features	Lightweight
Warranty Description	Five-year limited warranty
Hardware Connectivity	microSDXC
Memory Storage Capacity	1 TB
Item Dimensions D x W x H	0.43"D x 0.59"W x 0.04"H
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	V30
Global Trade Identification Number	00843367138371
Secure Digital Association Speed Class	Class 10
Full listing title	Lexar 1TB Play Micro SD Card, UHS-I, C10, U3, V30, A2, Full HD, 4K, Up to 205/140 MB/s microSDXC Memory Card, Expanded Storage for Nintendo-Switch 1, Gaming, Smartphones, Tablets (LMSPLAY001T-BNSNU)

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Lexar 1TB Play Micro SD Card, UHS-I, C10, U3, V30, A2, Full HD, 4K, Up to 205/140 MB/s microSDXC Memory Card, Expanded Storage for Nintendo-Switch 1, Gaming, Smartphones, Tablets (LMSPLAY001T-BNSNU) is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

Buy on Amazon — $174.99

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

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