PNY XLR8 Gaming microSDXC Card 512GB
- 512GB microSDXC capacity
- 100MB/s read, 90MB/s write
- U3, V30, Class 10 speed ratings
- A2 app performance rating
- Switch, Switch OLED, Switch Lite, Steam Deck, not Switch 2
- Limited lifetime warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A large microSD card for holding a game library on a Switch or Steam Deck, with an app speed class for running games from the card. The newest Switch console is excluded by the listing, so check your device first.
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ASIN: B09SRV6NS3Model: XLR8Category: Micro SD Cards
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Overview
A handheld console on the couch or a phone on the road is where this PNY card goes, expanding storage for game downloads and apps. It slots into microSD readers on Switch and Steam Deck consoles, Android phones, tablets, drones and action cameras.
Room for a big game library and an app speed class for launching games directly from the card are the reasons to buy. The card is excluded from the newest Switch hardware, so owners of that console should look elsewhere.
Who it's for
Handheld gamers who download large titles and want them all on one card get big capacity with app class speed. Anyone with the newest Switch console should not buy it, since the listing rules that model out.
Pros and cons
- Large capacity for many game downloads
- A2 rating for running apps from card
- V30 rating for 4K video capture
- Works in phones, drones and action cameras
- Not compatible with Nintendo Switch 2
- No SD adapter listed
- Read speed capped at 100MB/s
Performance notes
Load times depend on the card's read speed and on the device's own reader, so a console with a slower slot sets the ceiling. The app performance class covers running apps directly from the card, which shapes how quickly games launch. Video recording relies on the video speed class for a steady write rate.
Specifications
| Brand | PNY |
|---|---|
| Model | XLR8 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Memory storage capacity | 512 GB |
| Read speed | 100 MB/s |
| Speed class | Class 10, U3, V30 |
| Application performance class | A2 |
| Write speed | 90 MB/s |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible devices | Nintendo Switch, Switch OLED, Switch Lite, Steam Deck, Android phones and tablets, action cameras, drones, computers |
| Bus interface | UHS-I |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Flash memory type | microSDXC |
Frequently asked questions
Does the PNY XLR8 512GB card work in the Nintendo Switch 2?
No. The listing says it works with Nintendo Switch, Switch OLED and Switch Lite, but not Nintendo Switch 2.
Can I run games directly from the PNY XLR8 card?
Yes. It carries an A2 rating for running apps from the microSD card.
Does the PNY XLR8 come with an SD adapter?
No adapter is listed, so a full size SD slot needs a separate one.