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microSD memory cards for dashcams

A dashcam makes no sense if the recordings are not stored securely. Of course, any SD card with sufficient speed and capacity can be used, but only SD cards for professional applications will work permanently in the heat and cold in your vehicle. Such memory cards are expensive, but worth every penny. Do not save money at the wrong end.

With the waterproof, temperature-resistant and shockproof SanDisk MAX ENDURANCE microSD card Class 10 with 32 or 128 GB storage space, your dashcam can continuously record and transfer up to 120,000h (over 13 years).

The memory cards from SanDisk MAX ENDURANCE convince with capacity, high performance and extreme reliability. With HIGH SPEED transfer rates of up to 100 MB/s, photos, videos or other memory-intensive files can be stored in the best quality and transferred to the PC in seconds using the supplied adapter.

What is the life expectancy of a micro SD card in a dashcam?

The lifespan of a microSD card in a dashcam depends heavily on the type of card and how it's used. Generally, standard microSD cards are not designed for the extreme and constant read/write cycles that occur in a dashcam.

Factors that Influence Lifespan:

  • Write Cycles: The main reason for wear and tear on microSD cards is the limited number of write cycles a memory cell can endure before it fails. A dashcam constantly overwrites the oldest recordings, leading to high wear.

  • Type of Card:

    • Standard SD Cards: These are designed for occasional writes (like in a digital camera) and can fail within a few months to a year of daily use in a dashcam.

    • "High Endurance" or "Pro Endurance" SD Cards: These cards are specifically developed for continuous use in surveillance cameras and dashcams. They typically use different technology (e.g., MLC) and are designed for a much higher number of write cycles. Manufacturers like SanDisk or Samsung often state a lifespan of thousands of hours or even several years for these cards (e.g., up to 40,000 hours for a SanDisk High Endurance card).

  • Usage:

    • Frequency of Driving: Someone who drives for several hours every day will wear out the card faster than someone who only uses the dashcam occasionally.

    • Parking Mode: Parking mode, where the camera records even when the car is stationary (e.g., based on motion), increases the write cycles even more.

    • Video Resolution: Higher resolutions (e.g., 4K) create larger files that must be written more quickly, which wears out the card faster.

In summary:

  • A standard microSD card may show signs of failure in a dashcam after a year or less.

  • A "High Endurance" card, specifically designed for dashcams, can last for several years (often 2 to 5 years or more).

Important Tip: To maximize the lifespan and prevent errors, it's recommended to format the card every few months. Also, be sure to choose a card from a reputable brand that is specifically designed for use in dashcams.

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