{"id":500358,"date":"2025-04-09T02:28:27","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T02:28:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=500358"},"modified":"2025-04-09T02:28:27","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T02:28:27","slug":"what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/","title":{"rendered":"What SD card is recommended for the switch?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#What_SD_Card_is_Recommended_for_the_Switch\" title=\"What SD Card is Recommended for the Switch?\">What SD Card is Recommended for the Switch?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#Choosing_the_Right_SD_Card_for_Your_Switch\" title=\"Choosing the Right SD Card for Your Switch\">Choosing the Right SD Card for Your Switch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#1_Should_I_get_a_128_or_256GB_SD_card_for_my_Switch\" title=\"1. Should I get a 128 or 256GB SD card for my Switch?\">1. Should I get a 128 or 256GB SD card for my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#2_Will_any_microSD_card_work_with_my_Switch\" title=\"2. Will any microSD card work with my Switch?\">2. Will any microSD card work with my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#3_Is_256GB_enough_for_my_Switch\" title=\"3. Is 256GB enough for my Switch?\">3. Is 256GB enough for my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#4_Does_the_brand_of_an_SD_card_matter_for_a_Switch\" title=\"4. Does the brand of an SD card matter for a Switch?\">4. Does the brand of an SD card matter for a Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#5_Can_I_put_a_1TB_SD_card_in_my_Switch\" title=\"5. Can I put a 1TB SD card in my Switch?\">5. Can I put a 1TB SD card in my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#6_What_is_the_fastest_SD_card_for_the_Switch\" title=\"6. What is the fastest SD card for the Switch?\">6. What is the fastest SD card for the Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#7_Is_512GB_too_much_for_my_Switch\" title=\"7. Is 512GB too much for my Switch?\">7. Is 512GB too much for my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#8_How_many_GB_is_Mario_Kart_8\" title=\"8. How many GB is Mario Kart 8?\">8. How many GB is Mario Kart 8?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#9_What_is_the_max_SD_card_for_Switch_OLED\" title=\"9. What is the max SD card for Switch OLED?\">9. What is the max SD card for Switch OLED?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#10_Can_I_use_my_phone_SD_card_for_my_Switch\" title=\"10. Can I use my phone SD card for my Switch?\">10. Can I use my phone SD card for my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#11_What_happens_if_I_put_my_SD_card_in_another_Switch\" title=\"11. What happens if I put my SD card in another Switch?\">11. What happens if I put my SD card in another Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#12_Will_SanDisk_Ultra_work_with_my_Switch\" title=\"12. Will SanDisk Ultra work with my Switch?\">12. Will SanDisk Ultra work with my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#13_Do_faster_SD_cards_make_a_difference_on_Switch\" title=\"13. Do faster SD cards make a difference on Switch?\">13. Do faster SD cards make a difference on Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#14_Does_SanDisk_256GB_work_with_my_Switch\" title=\"14. Does SanDisk 256GB work with my Switch?\">14. Does SanDisk 256GB work with my Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-sd-card-is-recommended-for-the-switch\/#15_Is_SanDisk_Ultra_256GB_good_for_my_Switch\" title=\"15. Is SanDisk Ultra 256GB good for my Switch?\">15. Is SanDisk Ultra 256GB good for my Switch?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_SD_Card_is_Recommended_for_the_Switch\"><\/span>What SD Card is Recommended for the Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The <strong>Nintendo Switch<\/strong> requires a <strong>microSD card<\/strong> with a <strong>high transfer speed<\/strong> to ensure a seamless gaming experience, and it is recommended to use a <strong>UHS-I (Ultra High Speed Phase I) compatible<\/strong> card with a <strong>transfer speed of 60-95 MB\/sec<\/strong>. For optimal performance, a <strong>256GB<\/strong> card is suggested, as it provides ample storage for saved data, screenshots, and videos, and can hold around <strong>35 full-sized games<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_the_Right_SD_Card_for_Your_Switch\"><\/span>Choosing the Right SD Card for Your Switch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When selecting an SD card for your Switch, consider the <strong>storage capacity<\/strong> and <strong>transfer speed<\/strong>. A higher <strong>storage capacity<\/strong> allows for more games, saved data, and media to be stored, while a faster <strong>transfer speed<\/strong> reduces loading times and improves overall performance.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Should_I_get_a_128_or_256GB_SD_card_for_my_Switch\"><\/span>1. Should I get a 128 or 256GB SD card for my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>256GB<\/strong> card is highly recommended, as it provides enough space to hold plenty of saved data, screenshots, and videos, making it ideal for users with large game libraries.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Will_any_microSD_card_work_with_my_Switch\"><\/span>2. Will any microSD card work with my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Switch supports any UHS-I Micro SD, Micro SDHC, or Micro SDXC cards<\/strong>, making it compatible with most microSD cards on the market.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Is_256GB_enough_for_my_Switch\"><\/span>3. Is 256GB enough for my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re playing mostly physical games and don&#8217;t plan on buying many large titles from the eShop, <strong>64GB<\/strong> might be sufficient, but for digital gamers, a <strong>256GB<\/strong> card can store around <strong>35 full-sized games<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Does_the_brand_of_an_SD_card_matter_for_a_Switch\"><\/span>4. Does the brand of an SD card matter for a Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While any compatible SD card will work, <strong>reliable brands like Kingston, SanDisk, and Micro Center<\/strong> offer high-quality products that ensure optimal performance and durability.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_I_put_a_1TB_SD_card_in_my_Switch\"><\/span>5. Can I put a 1TB SD card in my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the <strong>SanDisk Ultra microSDXC 1TB card<\/strong> is compatible with the Switch, providing ample storage for large game libraries and media.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_fastest_SD_card_for_the_Switch\"><\/span>6. What is the fastest SD card for the Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>SAMSUNG EVO Select+ 128 GB SD Card<\/strong> and <strong>SanDisk 128 GB Extreme microSD<\/strong> are among the fastest SD cards available for the Switch, offering rapid loading times and improved performance.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Is_512GB_too_much_for_my_Switch\"><\/span>7. Is 512GB too much for my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Most <strong>A1 capable cards<\/strong> will work fine in a Switch, but <strong>512GB<\/strong> is a reasonable upper limit, as larger cards may not be necessary for most users.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_many_GB_is_Mario_Kart_8\"><\/span>8. How many GB is Mario Kart 8?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mario Kart 8<\/strong> requires at least <strong>6.8GB<\/strong> of storage space, making it a relatively small game compared to other titles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_is_the_max_SD_card_for_Switch_OLED\"><\/span>9. What is the max SD card for Switch OLED?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Nintendo Switch OLED Model<\/strong> supports <strong>microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB<\/strong>, providing ample storage for large game libraries and media.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Can_I_use_my_phone_SD_card_for_my_Switch\"><\/span>10. Can I use my phone SD card for my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the <strong>Switch is compatible with SDXC cards<\/strong>, which are backwards compatible with older SD and SDHC cards, making it possible to use microSD cards from other devices.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_happens_if_I_put_my_SD_card_in_another_Switch\"><\/span>11. What happens if I put my SD card in another Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you plug your microSD card into another Switch, <strong>that Switch will format the microSD card, deleting all the data on it<\/strong>, so be cautious when switching between consoles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Will_SanDisk_Ultra_work_with_my_Switch\"><\/span>12. Will SanDisk Ultra work with my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>SanDisk Ultra SD cards<\/strong> are compatible with the Switch and offer reliable performance and ample storage for games and media.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Do_faster_SD_cards_make_a_difference_on_Switch\"><\/span>13. Do faster SD cards make a difference on Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>faster SD cards<\/strong> can significantly improve loading times and overall performance, making them a worthwhile investment for serious gamers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Does_SanDisk_256GB_work_with_my_Switch\"><\/span>14. Does SanDisk 256GB work with my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the <strong>SanDisk microSDXC 256GB card<\/strong> is designed for the Switch and provides dependable storage for games and media.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Is_SanDisk_Ultra_256GB_good_for_my_Switch\"><\/span>15. Is SanDisk Ultra 256GB good for my Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>SanDisk&#8217;s Ultra range of SD cards<\/strong> are fast enough for loading Switch games at a speed close to the console&#8217;s internal storage, making them a great option for gamers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What SD Card is Recommended for the Switch? The Nintendo Switch requires a microSD card with a high transfer speed to ensure a seamless gaming experience, and it is recommended to use a UHS-I (Ultra High Speed Phase I) compatible card with a transfer speed of 60-95 MB\/sec. 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