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Moto X Play accepts microSDXC cards up to 128GB, making a reputable 64GB or 128GB card a practical way to expand photos, video, and offline media. These nine microSDXC choices stay within that phone-specific capacity limit.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SanDisk Extreme microSDXC UHS-I | $15–$35 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | Samsung PRO Plus microSDXC | $15–$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | Lexar Professional SILVER PLUS microSDXC | $15–$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | Kingston Canvas Go! Plus microSDXC | $15–$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | PNY Pro Elite Prime microSDXC | $15–$35 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | SanDisk Ultra microSDXC | $12–$25 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | Samsung EVO Select microSDXC | $12–$25 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | Lexar Play microSDXC | $15–$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC | $20–$40 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
SanDisk Extreme microSDXC UHS-I
A well-known A2/V30 microSD option for photos and offline media.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- A2 and V30 ratings
- Fits the Moto X Play microSDXC slot
- Good for photos and offline media
- Phone supports up to 128GB, so larger versions are unnecessary
Samsung PRO Plus microSDXC
A current fast microSD card with a useful 128GB capacity tier.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- UHS-I card
- Matches the phone’s 128GB storage ceiling
- Fast card for file copies
- Phone cannot use its highest performance mode
Lexar Professional SILVER PLUS microSDXC
A high-speed microSD card supplied with an SD adapter.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- SD adapter included
- Correct physical format for the phone
- Adapter is useful only in a card reader
- Full-size adapter does not fit the phone
Kingston Canvas Go! Plus microSDXC
A V30-rated card for mobile photos and downloads.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- V30 video rating
- Within the phone’s supported capacity
- Good for photo and offline-media storage
- V30 speed is more than this phone needs
PNY Pro Elite Prime microSDXC
A high-capacity current microSD line for media-heavy users.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- High-capacity media line
- Matches the documented 128GB limit
- Useful for downloaded media
- Do not buy a larger capacity for this handset
SanDisk Ultra microSDXC
A lower-cost card for music, documents and everyday phone storage.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- Everyday storage line
- Low-cost match for the phone’s expansion slot
- Suitable for music and documents
- Not the performance-focused choice
Samsung EVO Select microSDXC
A current everyday microSD card for media and downloads.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- UHS-I card
- Correct format and capacity for Moto X Play
- Good everyday media choice
- No benefit from capacities over the phone limit
Lexar Play microSDXC
A current microSD range with an SD adapter for flexible use.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- SD adapter included
- Correct card size for Moto X Play
- Useful for offline media
- Gaming branding does not change phone compatibility
SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC
A premium A2 microSD card for faster mobile storage.
- microSDXC format
- 128GB capacity tier
- A2 performance class
- Fits the phone’s supported storage format
- Premium option for a 128GB ceiling
- Costs more than basic storage cards
Buying tips
- Buy microSD, not full-size SD; an adapter does not make a full-size card fit a phone.
- Back up photos before reformatting or replacing a card.
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