Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader, Transfer Speeds Up To 10Gbps, Designed for CFexpress Type B and SD Cards (LRW520U-RNBNG)

Review: As a professional photographer, it's not uncommon for me to have over 2000+ 50-megapixel photos to download to my computer. The Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader has been an absolute game-changer for my workflow!Pros:Blazing Fast Speed: The 10Gbps transfer speed makes downloading large batches of high-resolution photos a breeze. My new CFExpress cards work seamlessly with this reader.Efficiency: Watching the download process in Adobe Bridge fly by has been a joy. It significantly cuts down on waiting time, allowing me to focus more on editing and less on transfers.Dual Compatibility: Supports both CFexpress Type B and SD cards, adding versatility to my gear.Build Quality: Sturdy and well-built, it feels durable and reliable for frequent use.Cons:Price: It's on the pricier side, but for the time and hassle it saves, it's worth every penny.Verdict: The Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B / SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Reader is an essential tool for any professional photographer dealing with large files and high volumes of photos. The incredible transfer speed and efficiency make it a standout choice, streamlining my workflow and enhancing productivity. Highly recommended for those serious about their photography!

I have an older Nikon D800 which takes high speed Compact Flash and SD cards. My previous card readers were the previous Lexar reader which was USB2.0 and had a terrible plasticky body. After 6 years of use, it has stopped working altogether. But 6 years of real-world use is actually really good. Therefore, another Lexar Pro reader made sense to get. To my surprise, this isn't just a replacement. It's a big upgrade.The triangular design looks good on my desk and it's easy to just face the card type I am using. CF on one side and SD on the next.Transfer speeds are really good and I was pleasantly surprised to see USB-C on the actual device. It comes with a USB SS cable (super speeds for USB 3), but having a USB-C interface is a logical next step to have. These cards can't got to Thunderbolt transfers so SS is appropriate. In other words, the limiting speed factor is the card's read/write speeds. In a BlackMagic Disk speed, I got about 82MB/s in a CF card that is rated at 90MB/s, and about 255MB/s (read) on a SD card rated at 300MB/s. That's quite impressive.Finally, the value for money is a no-brainer. 6 years ago, I would have had to spend at least $100 for a SanDisk equivalent (made with a robust metal enclosure). At almost a fifth of that price, if I knew about this product sooner, I would have purchased it already. Thus far very pleased.I did see a review reporting issues with bent pins. That can happen with any card reader if the CF cards are inserted without any care. My gear is getting pretty old, but I still get amazing performance from them. That's largely because I treat my gear with care and respect and, in exchange, expect the best performance. I hope to have this card reader for many years to come.

Perfect little card reader for your computer or phone! Reads both sizes of SD cards quickly and reliably. I like that it has an LED indicator that turns red when your memory card has been safely ejected for removal! USB-C connector is a great design.

When I started using the R5C and CF Express cards I searched for a good reader that could do SD and CFExpress. I bought the model from ProGrade. Had good reviews and from a good company. My Windows 10/11 machine would show errors and say it was not installed properly. I always had to eject the whole reader and not just the card in the OS. It always worked but made me nervous about what was going on. ProGrade was helpful and RMA'd the reader and gave me a new one. Same problem. Must be some conflict with my specific hardware/drivers. I needed a second reader and decided to go with this Lexar model. I think it is superior, nice weight and build quality, sit solidly on the desk. All the errors and issues with the other reader did not happen with the Lexar. I don't like the LED light that stays on when not in use, but other than that it has fast speeds and no issues.

This duo Micro SD and SD card reader, works very well, is fast to transfer the data, perfect cable length, connectivity is no issues, very easy to use, no negatives to mention.

This little beast surprised me—in a good way. I use it mostly to transfer ROMs to my Anbernic handheld game console and photos from my still cam. For a reader that pushes these kinds of speeds, it’s shockingly compact. I’ve seen other "high-speed" card readers that look like they were designed to double as doorstops. Not this one. It fits in the palm of my hand and doesn’t make my backpack feel like I’m hauling bricks.Transfer speed? Ridiculously good. Like, “wait, that’s it?” levels of fast. I’ve moved gigabytes of footage and project files in what feels like seconds. And unlike my last reader, I didn’t have to go hunting for a micro SD adapter or some cursed dongle from the drawer of lost tech. USB-C plug, smooth sailing.Dislikes? Honestly, none for me. It does exactly what I bought it for and at a price that didn’t make me question my life choices. Some people might grumble about the cable length—yeah, it’s short—but for me, it's actually the perfect size. Long enough to reach, short enough not to tangle with everything else on my desk.Bottom line: If you need high-speed, plug-and-play reader in a pocket-sized package that won’t empty your wallet, this is the one to get. Just don’t lend it to a friend unless you never want to see it again.

Works well with my micro disk from my car cam.Quick retrieval, compact easy to load and unload.Speed is good for video replay