The Lexar 256GB ARMOR GOLD UHS-II SDXC Memory Card is a professional-grade storage solution engineered for photographers and videographers who refuse to compromise. Built with a world-first stainless steel construction and rated IP68 against dust and water, this card delivers blazing UHS-II speeds — up to 280 MB/s read and 205 MB/s write — so your workflow never slows down, no matter how demanding the shoot.
With a V60 speed class guaranteeing a minimum 60 MB/s write speed, the ARMOR GOLD handles everything from seamless 6K and 4K video recording to rapid-fire RAW bursts and high-res stills. Ribless and free of a fragile write-protect switch, it eliminates the common failure points of standard SD cards, while free lifetime access to the Lexar Recovery Tool keeps your data protected even if the unexpected happens.
Key features
- Blazing UHS-II Performance: Achieve read speeds up to 280 MB/s and write speeds up to 205 MB/s, ensuring fast file transfers and no lag during high-speed shooting.
- V60 Guaranteed Write Speeds: A V60 / U3 / Class 10 rating guarantees a minimum 60 MB/s write speed, enabling smooth, uninterrupted 6K, 4K, and Full HD video capture.
- World-First Stainless Steel Build: A steel-clad, ribless design withstands pressure up to 370N — 37x higher than standard SD cards — and survives drops up to 16.4 ft.
- IP68 Dust & Water Resistance: Fully sealed against dust and water, plus rated for temperature extremes from -13 to 185°F, so you can shoot confidently in any environment.
- Simplified, Damage-Proof Design: No write-protect switch to snap off, no connector ribs to break, and laser-engraved surface markings that never wear away.
- Free Lifetime Data Recovery: Includes access to the Lexar Recovery Tool to restore accidentally deleted files or reformatted card data whenever you need it.
Specifications
| Storage Capacity | 256GB |
|---|---|
| Card Type | SDXC |
| Speed Class | UHS-II / V60 / U3 / Class 10 |
| Maximum Read Speed | 280 MB/s |
| Maximum Write Speed | 205 MB/s |
| Minimum Write Speed (V60 Guaranteed) | 60 MB/s |
| Video Recording | 6K, 4K, and Full HD |
| Durability Rating | IP68 (dust & water resistant), drop-proof up to 16.4 ft |
| Construction | Stainless steel, ribless, no write-protect switch |
| Pressure Resistance | 370N (37x higher than standard SD cards) |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Lexar ARMOR GOLD 256GB handle 6K video recording without dropping frames?
Yes. Its V60 speed class rating guarantees a minimum write speed of 60 MB/s, and its maximum write speed of 205 MB/s ensures smooth, frame-drop-free recording of 6K/30p, 4K, and Full HD video.
How durable is the Lexar ARMOR GOLD SDXC card compared to a standard SD card?
It is significantly more durable. The stainless steel construction offers a pressure resistance of 370N — 37 times higher than standard memory cards — while the IP68 rating protects against dust and water, and it is certified to survive drops up to 16.4 feet and temperatures from -13 to 185°F.
Does the Lexar ARMOR GOLD card work with standard UHS-I card readers and cameras?
Yes. While it is designed to take full advantage of UHS-II interfaces for speeds up to 280 MB/s read and 205 MB/s write, it is backward compatible with UHS-I devices, though speeds will be limited to the host device's capability.