Best Black Friday SSD & storage deals: microSD Express, PCIe 5.0 SSDs, portable drives and Xbox expansion cards

Black Friday is a prime time to expand storage for PCs, consoles and portable devices. We tracked the strongest discounts across categories — from the new microSD Express cards required by the Nintendo Switch 2 to high-performance PCIe 5.0 internal SSDs and rugged portable drives.

Below are the standout deals we found so far, grouped by type. Prices can fluctuate during the sale period, so consider snapping up a record low if the capacity and format match your needs.

Top microSD Express deals (Switch 2 compatible)

• Lexar Play Pro 256GB Express — ~$49 at Amazon: Great entry-level Express option if you need a Switch 2 card now.
• Samsung P9 Express 512GB — ~$75 at Amazon: New and a strong value for larger Switch 2 libraries.
• SanDisk microSD Express 256GB — ~$60 at Amazon: Matches the best price for a fast, widely tested model.

Best internal SSD deals (PCIe 4.0 & PCIe 5.0)

• SK Hynix Platinum P51 (1TB) — PCIe 5.0: ~$110 at Newegg (use promo code at checkout). Excellent entry point for PCIe 5.0 performance if your motherboard/CPU support it.
• Crucial T710 (2TB) — PCIe 5.0: ~$180 at Best Buy. A good balance of capacity and next‑gen speed for power users.
• Samsung 9100 Pro (8TB) — PCIe 5.0: ~$750 at Amazon. High‑capacity, enthusiast‑level drive at a rare discount.
• Crucial P310 (2TB) — M.2 2230: ~$130 at B&H. Small form factor for handhelds and ultra‑thin laptops (note: QLC NAND).

Portable & external SSDs

• Crucial X10 (1TB) — ~$85 at Amazon: Rugged USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 portable SSD at a solid price for quick file transfers.
• Seagate Xbox Storage Expansion Card (2TB) — ~$200 at Amazon: The easiest way to add official expandable storage to Xbox Series X|S.

How to choose the right storage

• For Switch 2: buy microSD Express cards specifically labeled Express/compatible — cheaper Express cards perform similarly in games.
• For PCs and futureproofing: consider PCIe 5.0 only if you have compatible hardware; PCIe 4.0 still offers excellent value.
• For handhelds and small laptops: M.2 2230 drives like the Crucial P310 fit where standard M.2 drives won’t.
• For consoles: the Xbox proprietary expansion cards are the simplest but pricier route; external USB‑drives can be used for media and older‑gen titles.

Want quick access to current listings? Search available options on Amazon (affiliate link, opens in a new tab): SSD deals on Amazon. For the SK Hynix Platinum P51 and other PCIe 5.0 drives, check Newegg and Best Buy for promo codes and stock.

Buying tips

• Verify compatibility (form factor, interface) before buying — especially for M.2 slots and PCIe 5.0 requirements.
• For high‑capacity backups, prioritize endurance (TBW) and warranty over peak sequential speeds.
• Watch for retailer promo codes and bundle discounts — some drives require a code at checkout to hit the listed Black Friday price.
• Check microSD authenticity and buy from reputable sellers to avoid counterfeit cards.

If you want us to check a particular model or help pick the best drive for your setup, ask in the comments below.

Discussion: Which storage upgrade are you hunting this Black Friday — a fast PCIe 5.0 boot drive, a big-capacity SSD for media, or microSD space for a Switch 2?