Memory Card Pricing Statistics
Analysis of 12,727 memory card listings to determine current market value.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Buying used saves about 28% here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in 1TB cards, which show a -55% delta. Conversely, 512 GB cards are seeing a price increase of 38%.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by storage capacity
Why? Prices vary by size, ranging from 19.34 for 1TB to 59.48 for 512 GB.
Price by format
Why? Format pricing ranges from 22.99 for SD to 49.45 for microSDXC.
Price by brand
Why? Brand premiums range from 16.64 for Unbranded to 64.99 for Lexar.
Price by speed class
Why? Performance tiers range from 22.67 for Class 4 to 59.69 for UHS Speed Class 3.
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Common questions
What is the median price difference between new and used memory cards?
New cards have a median price of 48.94, while used cards have a median of 35.
Which brand is currently the most affordable based on median price?
Unbranded cards are the most affordable with a median price of 16.64.
How does the price of 128 GB cards compare to 256 GB cards?
128 GB cards have a median price of 29.99, whereas 256 GB cards have a median price of 44.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $10–$187, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 5, 2026.