Lexar Professional 1066x microSDXC UHS-I 128GB Review

The Lexar Professional 1066x microSDXC UHS-I 128GB is a mid-performance memory card with plenty of capacity and speed that has been designed with action cameras and drones in mind. This microSDXC card strikes an ideal balance between ample capacity, read/write speeds, and durability.

Boasting a sizable 128GB storage, but also available in 512, 256 and 64GB versions, this Lexar card allows users to store thousands of top-quality images and hours of Full-HD and 4K UHD video, eliminating frequent card swaps and storage concerns. The card’s UHS-I tech and U3, V30, and A2 ratings ensure rapid performance for capturing and transferring high-quality photos and videos.

The Lexar Professional 1066x microSDXC UHS-I card flaunts read speeds up to 160MB/s and writes speeds up to 120MB/s, facilitating seamless transfers of video files to other devices for editing, sharing, or archiving. Moreover, the card’s A2 rating renders it perfect for running and storing applications on Android smartphones with adoptable storage capability.

Constructed for durability, the Lexar Professional 1066x microSDXC UHS-I card has undergone Lexar’s rigorous testing. It should withstand water, shock, vibration, and X-rays making it an ideal choice for the Mavic 3 Pro or GoPro Hero11 Black.

The Lexar Professional 1066x microSDXC UHS-I 128GB card surpasses expectations with its outstanding performance, providing a budget-friendly storage solution. In our tests, the card demonstrated its capacity to manage images and videos from our recent DJI Mavic 3 Pro test, satisfying the requirements of action cameras, drones, and Android smartphones.

In the AJA System Test Lite, the card registered transfer speeds of 84MB/s write and 92MB/s read, which, although not reaching Lexar’s maximum claimed speeds, remain quite respectable, with the speeds no doubt held back by the speed of Apples SD card reader. These rates guarantee that users can effectively work with Full-HD and 4K UHD video and high-resolution still images.

The Lexar 1066x microSDXC card consistently excelled in use, displaying no dropped frames or issues in either the DJI Mavic 3 Pro or GoPro Hero11 Black.

A noteworthy aspect of this card’s performance is balancing affordability and efficiency. Although it features older UHS-I technology instead of the more advanced UHS-II, the card’s performance remains solid with compatible devices. The Lexar 1066x microSDXC card demonstrates that users need not sacrifice performance when seeking budget-friendly storage solutions.

Nevertheless, it’s crucial to consider the card’s limitations when using it with more demanding devices. Its older UHS-I technology and smaller form factor may not be the best choice for extended use in high-resolution mirrorless and DSLR cameras. Users might prefer a higher-end storage solution with advanced technology for these cameras.

The Lexar Professional 1066x microSDXC UHS-I 128GB card demonstrates that performance need not be sacrificed for affordability. This high-capacity storage solution delivers impressive transfer rates and dependability, catering to action camera users and drone pilots. While it may not boast the most advanced technology, its performance remains excellent, making it a valuable option for those seeking a cost-effective yet proficient storage solution.

However, it’s worth noting that for a card designed for use with action cameras and drones, the card’s grey-black colour isn’t ideal, especially if you drop it on the forest floor, a brighter more vibrant colour would have been a better call.

Even though it utilises older UHS-I technology, the card performs admirably when tested on devices like the DJI Mavic 3 Pro and GoPro Hero11 Black. Its ability to keep up with the demands of these cameras makes it a solid choice for budget-conscious. Nevertheless, its older technology and small size might not be suitable for extended use in high-resolution mirrorless and DSLR cameras.