Leaked GameStop SKUs Suggest Nintendo Switch 2 Will Support microSD Express Cards
Recent leaks suggest the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature a significant upgrade in storage technology: support for microSD Express cards. This revelation comes from several GameStop stock keeping units (SKUs) seemingly related to unannounced Switch 2 accessories, initially shared on Reddit. These SKUs list "Switch 2 Exp Micro SD Card" options in 256GB and 512GB capacities, strongly implying compatibility with the microSD Express standard.
This represents a major leap forward from the current Switch's UHS-I microSD card support. microSD Express cards boast transfer speeds approximately 900% faster, reaching around 985 MB/s compared to the UHS-I's approximate 95 MB/s. This dramatic improvement is due to the microSD Express standard's use of the NVMe protocol, similar to high-speed SSDs.
The capacity increase is equally impressive. While UHS-I cards max out at 2TB, microSD Express cards can reach up to a staggering 128TB. The leaked GameStop pricing suggests a 256GB card will retail for $49.99, and a 512GB card for $84.99.
Further leaks from the same source include SKUs for a standard Switch 2 carrying case ($19.99) and two "deluxe" cases ($29.99). While these are likely third-party accessories, their appearance reinforces the growing number of Switch 2 leaks circulating online.
Nintendo has previously stated its intention to officially unveil the Switch 2 before the end of its current fiscal year (March 31, 2025). The ongoing influx of leaks, including these recent GameStop SKUs, adds further weight to the anticipation surrounding Nintendo's next console.
| Feature | UHS-I | microSD Express |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Speed | ~95 MB/s | ~985 MB/s |
| Max Capacity | 2TB | 128TB |
The substantial improvements in both transfer speed and maximum capacity offered by microSD Express strongly suggest a significant enhancement to the Switch 2's overall user experience.
