Lexar SDXC ARMOR Gold UHS-II U3, Stainless Steel, IP68 R280/W210 (V60) 64GB

Lexar SDXC ARMOR Gold UHS-II 64GB – Stainless Steel Construction, IP68 Protection and V60 Video Performance

The Lexar SDXC ARMOR Gold UHS-II 64GB card combines durable stainless-steel construction with high sustained performance for video and photo capture. It carries UHS-II U3 and Video Speed Class 60 (V60) ratings, and it is built to resist dust, water and drops while delivering fast write and transfer speeds for professional workflows.

Durable stainless-steel design for field use

This card uses a super-hardy stainless-steel construction. According to the manufacturer, the stainless-steel body is 37X stronger than typical SD cards. The simplified physical design removes ribs and the write-protection switch to create a sturdier card that endures handling, impacts and environmental exposure.

Ratings and resistance

• Rated IP68 for dust- and water-resistance.
• Drop-resistant to 5 meters.
• Simplified design with no ribs and no write-protection switch for improved durability.

Performance for video and photo capture

The card supports Video Speed Class 60 (V60), which enables seamless 6K footage capture according to the product specifications. It uses the UHS-II interface with U3 speed class for sustained recording performance suitable for high-resolution video.

• Write speed: up to 205MB/s (as specified in the product description).
• Read transfer: up to 280MB/s when paired with an SD UHS-II or USB 3.2 card reader.
• Product title also lists R280/W210 (V60) as part of the product identification.

Workflow and recovery

For faster post-production, pair the card with a USB 3.2 or SD UHS-II reader to achieve the highest transfer rates the card supports. Lexar also provides lifetime access to the Lexar Recovery Tool to help restore accidentally deleted files or formatted cards. The card comes with a limited lifetime warranty (see warranty note below).

Key features at a glance

• Capacity: 64GB.
• Stainless steel construction – 37X stronger than typical SD cards.
• IP68 dust- and water-resistance; drop-resistant to 5 meters.
• No ribs and no write-protection switch for a simplified, more durable design.
• Video Speed Class 60 (V60) for 6K video recording.
• Up to 205MB/s write speed (as stated).
• Read transfers up to 280MB/s when paired with a compatible SD UHS-II reader or USB 3.2 card reader.
• Lifetime access to Lexar Recovery Tool and limited lifetime warranty.

Specifications

1Up to 280MB/s read transfer, write speeds lower. Highest transfer speeds achieved when paired with an SD UHS-II reader. Speeds based on internal testing. Actual performance may vary. 2Limited lifetime warranty is limited to 10 years from purchase in Germany and regions not recognizing lifetime warranty. Lexar is not liable for any loss of data or images. [Product page only:] Product appearance, performance, software offerings, and packaging may vary depending on ship date and available inventory. Actual usable memory capacity may vary. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes.

FAQ

Question: Is this card suitable for 6K video recording?
Answer: Yes. The card is rated Video Speed Class 60 (V60), which the manufacturer specifies as suitable to seamlessly capture 6K footage when used in compatible cameras.

Question: What makes the ARMOR Gold different in terms of durability?
Answer: The ARMOR Gold uses stainless-steel construction that the manufacturer states is 37X stronger than typical SD cards, is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance, and is drop-resistant to 5 meters. It also uses a simplified design without ribs or a write-protection switch to reduce vulnerable points.

Question: How fast are transfers to a computer?
Answer: Read transfers can reach up to 280MB/s when the card is paired with a compatible SD UHS-II or USB 3.2 reader. Write performance is specified up to 205MB/s in the product details; actual speeds may vary depending on host hardware and workload.

Question: What recovery and warranty support is included?
Answer: The product includes lifetime access to the Lexar Recovery Tool to help restore deleted files and formatted cards. It also includes a limited lifetime warranty; note the warranty may be limited to 10 years in Germany and in regions that do not recognize lifetime warranties.