Samsung discounts P9 MicroSD Express cards amid memory supply constraints
Samsung has reduced prices on its P9 MicroSD Express storage cards, with the 256GB and 512GB models now available at several retail outlets.
Samsung is offering its P9 MicroSD Express cards at discounted rates, with the 256GB model priced at $47.99 and the 512GB version at $99. These prices are available through retailers including Amazon and B&H Photo, marking a reduction from recent higher price points driven by the ongoing global memory shortage.
The P9 card features sequential read speeds reaching 800MB/s, though these performance levels require host devices compatible with the MicroSD Express standard. Current hardware supporting this protocol remains limited, though it includes certain cameras, drones, and specific gaming handhelds like the Asus ROG Ally X20.
As file sizes for modern gaming titles continue to expand—often exceeding 20GB to 60GB per installation—external storage requirements are increasing. The market for high-speed storage continues to evolve as manufacturers adopt faster standards to accommodate the data-intensive nature of current consumer electronics.