Lexar CFexpress Type-A Silver Series Review

The Lexar Professional CFexpress Type-A Silver Series strikes a balance between speed and affordability. With read speeds of up to 800MB/s and write speeds of 700MB/s, it handles high-resolution images and video smoothly with a VGP-200 rating.

Lexar CFexpress Type-A Silver Series

Lexar Silver CFexpress Type-A memory card comes in sizes from 160GB to 320GB
Tested Write Speed: 776 MB/s
Tested Read Speed: 861 MB/s
Tested Sustain: 687 MB/s

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Key Features:

• Capacity: Available in 160GB and 320GB
• Read Speed: Up to 800 MB/s.
• Write Speed: Up to 700 MB/s.
• Sustained Speeds: 600MB/s
• Minimum Write Speed: VGP-200 Rating 200 MB/s.
• Bus Type: PCI-Express 3.0

Note: With CFexpress memory cards, different sizes don’t always have the same specs, however, the 160GB and 320GB cards share the same specs.

Benchmarks – USB-C Speed Tests.

I tested this card on a USB-C Windows 11 machine with an Intel 13900k using the Lexar CFexpress Type A reader on a USB 3.2 2×2 port. Although the read I use is only 10Gbps.

I use the AJA system test so I can simulate different video codec types. Here I’m using 16bit RGBA. I run several tests at 4GB and take the best scores. To find the real-world sustain speed, I run several tests writing 64GB and taking the slowest speed.

After conducting my benchmarks, I can conclude that this card consistently performed better than the rated speeds which is nice to see. Lexar never disappoints with their cards.

Sustained Disk Writes

Here we can see the sustained disk writes through the 64GB write cycle. While the card is rated with a VGP-200 rating, meaning it is guaranteed to sustain 200MB/s, or 1600Mbps, we get consistent results much higher than that at an average of around 650MB/s, and lows of around 500MB/s.

From this chart, you can also see the peak write speed at around 850MB/s but it drops off after only a few Gigabytes. This card likely has a fast SLC cache of only a few Gigabytes, but still a very fast flash throughout the rest of the card.

Compatibility:

Designed specifically for Sony CFexpress Type-A cameras, this card ensures seamless integration with your gear. It’s an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking reliable performance without breaking the bank and with the VGP-200, it can easily handle a 1600Mbps bitrate which is well above what any Sony camera currently demands.

See the Compatible Sony CFexpress Type-A cameras or compare it to other CFepxress Type-A memory cards.

Durability:

The Silver Series offers durability for everyday use and it can withstand harsh temperature variations and minor shocks.

Operating Temperature: 14 to 158°F / -10 to 70°C
Storage Temperature: -4 to 185°F / -20 to 85°C

Conclusion:

For Sony shooters who prioritize value and solid performance, the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type-A Silver Series provides a cost-effective solution. Whether you’re capturing stills or recording video, this card won’t disappoint.