Best micro SD Express cards for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025

Which are the best micro SD Express cards for Nintendo Switch 2? Compared to the original console, the Nintendo Switch 2 boasts a decently sized 256GB of storage, but as more games arrive on the handheld, you can expect that to be eaten up fairly quickly. Cyberpunk 2077 alone is 64GB, which is the same size as the original Switch’s storage, so you’ll want to grab a micro SD Express card for Nintendo Switch 2 fairly quickly. Fortunately for you, we’ve collated the top cards in one helpful list to make the job of choosing one much easier.

You can protect your new console with the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories all you want, but if you haven’t got enough storage to play your games, what’s the point? If you’re hoping to keep your handheld console ready for a long time, here are the micro SD cards we recommend buying – and remember, only Express cards work on the Switch 2.

Best micro SD Express cards:

How to choose the best micro SD Express card

If your primary concern is expanding your Switch 2’s storage cpacity with the least amount of hassle, then it’ll be easiest to go straight for one of the officially licensed Samsung micro SD Express cards. You basically just need to put them in and then leave them to their thing.

However, going for the officially licensed product means that you’ll be paying for a slightly inflated. These things come with Mario branding on them, and while you may not see it for the majority of the time, you’re still paying for it. It makes sense that some people would prefer to take the (small) risk of going for another provider to save a bit of cash, when the Switch 2 itself is a hefty purchase.

Other options have also been designed to provide faster read/write times, which will be great for anyone who wants to ensure that they are getting the best performance out of their new console. These options can also be more durable and so may serve you well for extended periods of time. The only catch? Data will be just a tiny bit more likely to get corrupted on a micro SD Express card not specifically designed for Switch 2. It’s not a huge risk by any means, but a risk nonetheless.

Once you’ve identified which factors are most important to you, you can choose from the options we’ve presented above.

FAQs

Can you use any micro SD cards on the Nintendo Switch 2?

Unfortunately, you can only use micro SD Express cards on the Nintendo Switch 2. Due to the faster read and write speeds, Nintendo has designed the new console so it is only compatible with the new micro SD Express cards, so those micro SDs full of games on your old Nintendo Switch are, well, useless here.

However, you can always repurpose those micro SDs for other reasons, like cameras for taking pictures, storing files, or putting them into your gaming phone (assuming it has a micro SD slot, of course).

Is a 128GB micro SD Express big enough for Nintendo Switch 2?

Admittedly, 128GB isn’t a lot, and you’ll probably find yourself filling that space fairly quickly, especially if more third-party and hefty games join the console’s library. However, if you’re usually keen to grab physical versions of games, you’ll likely find that 128GB is more than enough.

I’d recommend a larger storage for anyone like me who prefers an all-digital library. 256GB or 512GB (when they’re more readily available) will be plenty, especially as the increased storage of the Switch 2 and fast download speeds will make it easy to delete your unplayed games to download some of the upcoming Switch games.

How to get original Switch games on the Nintendo Switch 2?

The easiest way to get all of your games is to transfer – I’d recommend using our ‘How to transfer to Nintendo Switch 2‘ guide for the full breakdown on moving your content over to your new handheld. Essentially, there is a dedicated “transfer” feature in the settings that allows you to move everything over from one console to the next.

However, if you’ve sold or stored your old Switch, you can easily download any compatible games using the Nintendo eShop by logging into your same account, or using your physical cartridges. It’s worth checking Nintendo’s compatible games list to make sure some of your titles are still playable.

For more guidance on buying for your new console, check out our guides on the best Switch 2 controllers and the best Switch 2 cameras. Your Switch 2 deserves the best, and we’re here to help make sure it gets it.