The Nintendo Switch is a great device. The ability to move from console gaming to a portable portable device is unprecedented. The Switch Lite has eliminated the docking station, making it perfect for gamers on the go.
The downside to unique and convenient portability is the lack of storage space. The Switch's top competitors, Sony's PlayStation 4 and Microsoft's Xbox One, have at least 500 GB of storage. In comparison, the Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite have 32GB. Lack of storage space was not a problem when game consoles relied on discs and cartridges. Larger game files were not on the device. With the transition to digital game files, storage space suddenly became an issue. And that's a problem Nintendo hasn't solved.
The Switch has a big digital store, big game files, with no space to save them. The problem only gets worse with the age of the Switch. Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is one of the best Switch games and one of the first games released on the console. Its digital copy is 13,4 GB. While the physical copy costs only 3 GB. If players have purchased the following three items:
With any DLC content from the games, they would only have 1 GB of space left for other games.
MicroSD cards and Nintendo Switch
As game libraries grow, gamers can ramp up the Switch's pathetic storage with a microSD card. It is important to note that Nintendo recommends UHS-I (Ultra High-Speed Phase I) compatible cards with a transfer speed of 60-95MB / s. The Switch accepts most types of microSD cards:
- MicroSD: up to 2 GB
- MicroSDHC: 4 Go to 32 Go
- MicroSDXC: 64 GB and above.
If gamers get a microSDXC card, the Switch will need to update.
The five best microSD cards for the Nintendo Switch
If you're willing to shell out the cash, there are some very microSD cards with tons of gigabytes of storage. Some can go up to 500 GB or more. Most likely, you'll want something a little cheaper. MicroSD cards haven't changed much in recent years. Those released in 2017 may still be great storage devices for years to come.
Samsung EVO Select microSD
image via SamsungSamsung may be associated with phones, but they are more than cellular devices. The Samsung EVO Select range of microSD cards may be from 2017 but are powerful with tons of space. The range includes microSDHC and microSDXC cards. They range from 32 GB to 512 GB.
SanDisk Extreme microSD card
image via SanDiskSanDisk is a strong brand in the microSD world. Camera enthusiasts and gamers alike can attest to their quality, and the SanDisk Extreme is a line of fast microSDXC cards from 2018. Cards range from 32GB to a whopping 1TB. If you want to maximize storage space. and are willing to spend the extra cash to do it, the SanDisk Extreme is your best bet.
SanDisk microSDXC pour Nintendo Switch
Image via SanDiskOfficially licensed by Nintendo in 2018, SanDisk has its own line of microSD cards designed for the Nintendo Switch, featuring Super Mario characters and designs. If players need the brands to match, this is a good option. Nintendo's endorsement may alleviate any concerns about the cards as well. These cards range from 64 GB to 256 GB.
SanDisk Ultra
Image via SanDiskAnother line from SanDisk. The SanDisk Ultra is another MicroSDXC series of 2019 that ranges from 16GB to 512GB. These microSD cards are newer than some of the other cards on the list. While the technology hasn't changed too much, it's baffling to get cards that are already three years old.
Gigastone Gaming Plus microSD Cards
Image via GigastoneGigastone doesn't have the name and authority of SanDisk or Samsung, but the lack of brand awareness helps keep the price down. Gigastone's microSD Gaming Plus cards range from 16GB to 512GB and were released in 2019. They're cheaper than some of the others on the list, making them a good budget opportunity for gamers who want to save money but need to expand the storage space of their Switch.
There is a range of microSD cards available that will work with the Nintendo Switch. SanDisk alone has several different lines that are more than capable of storing multiple game files. When choosing a microSD card, the main concerns will be the cost of the size. The cards listed here have a variety of prices and sizes available.
Original article written by Rebekah McPherson. Update written by Adelaide Weiss.
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