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2025-12-26T20:37:07.261Z

Why we love this Switch 2 memory card deal

If you’re one of the lucky recipients of a Nintendo Switch 2 this Christmas, congratulations! Though you can get started gaming right from the get-go, a few accessories can help make your experience a lot better. One of my main recommendations is a microSD Express card to help lend you more space for digital downloads and DLCs on your device.

Typically $55, for a limited time, the Samsung P9 Express 256GB microSDXC Express card for Switch 2 is down to only $33. It’s an incredible 40% discount that beats other deals we’ve seen in recent months, making it a must-buy for any new Switch 2 owners. It also works with smartphones, laptops, tablets, and drones, but just make sure that whatever device you purchase it for is Express-compatible.

Samsung P9 Express microSD Express 256GB - $55 $33 at Amazon


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Why you’ll love it

Compared to an unmodified Switch 2, adding the Samsung P9 256 GB microSD Express opens up a world of gaming opportunities. With games like Mario Kart World taking up over 23 GB and Donkey Kong Bananza using 10 GB, it won’t be long before the console’s 256 GB of internal memory is fully occupied.

And while you can opt for other brands and models, Samsung is a reliable player in the memory card game, having created generations of durable and speedy products for use in much more than just handheld gaming consoles. The P9 Express also offers read speeds up to 800 MB/second, so you or your impatient little one can start playing sooner than ever.

MicroSD vs. microSD Express

In case you’re planning to move your old microSD card from your Switch 1 to your new device, it’s important to recognize that they don’t use the same hardware. The "Express" title is more than just a moniker — it actually differentiates what tech can use it.

The Switch 2 is only compatible with microSD Express. Your old Switch 1 memory card won’t work with the new console. This is because microSD and microSD Express communicate with your device in different ways; the latter requires fundamentally different architecture to function properly. The ports may look the same, but the Switch 2 will only allow you to transfer microSD contents to the console’s built-in storage, rather than use it like a proper memory card. While this may seem frustrating at first, it’s a necessary improvement to accommodate the hefty load of modern titles.


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More Switch 2 accessory deals

There are plenty more accessories worth investing in for your new Switch 2. Namely, a good case and screen protector can go a long way in prolonging the lifespan of your console. Luckily, you can score some great seasonal deals on some right now, too.

• Use code L6L9DL2C to get the full discount.

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Sarah is a Deals Editor for Business Insider’s Reviews team. She also supports our how-to-watch and streaming coverage. She never pays full price if she can help it and is an expert at finding and vetting the best discounts. ExperienceSarah joined the Business Insider Reviews team in 2020, starting as a deals reporter covering the best deals and steals daily. She later migrated to the tech team, where she researched, tested, and reviewed a variety of devices, from gaming mice to Kindle e-readers. Now, she’s returned to her origins, serving as the deals editor to curate only the best discounts and buying advice for readers. She began her career in service journalism in 2018 at Wirecutter as a deals writer, where she absorbed the history of the most frequently discounted products. This has informed her impeccably high standards for what makes a good deal. Ever since her Wirecutter days, Sarah has been an expert deals curator for tentpole sale days like Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. Following her weekly contributions to Business Insider’s Newsletter will illuminate new ways to get the best value on products you use every day. Why you can trust SarahSarah doesn’t recommend any deal she wouldn’t pay for herself. She is skeptical about the advertising language brands use to tout their sales and utilizes all the price-checking tools to ensure they deliver savings.Expertise

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