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Product description
The Acer SD Card Reader USB 3.0 is a compact aluminium card reader with an extended cable that avoids blocking adjacent ports and helps keep laptops tidy. It supports UHS-I speeds for quick transfers and accepts SDXC, microSDHC and TF cards, making it practical for moving photos and video from cameras or trail cams to a PC.
Key features
This reader balances portability and durability, with an aluminium shell that improves heat dissipation and a reinforced cable joint to reduce accidental breakage. It supports simultaneous read and write across both slots, so you can copy between cards without swapping them. According to the manufacturer the device handles cards up to 2TB, and remains backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1, though actual transfer speeds depend on your host device and card.
Specifications
- Name: Acer SD Card Reader USB 3.0
- Type: Card reader
- Format: SDXC, micro SDHC, TF, RS-MMC
- Capacity: Up to 2TB
- Material: Aluminium
- Colour: Silver
- Interface: USB-A with cable
Why it’s worth it
The straightforward design suits anyone who needs a reliable, no-fuss way to offload photos and video. The extended cable helps with cramped USB arrangements and the aluminium shell reduces heat during sustained transfers. Note that peak speeds are subject to the cards and computer used, and the reader performs best when used in a dry, ventilated space.
Who it’s for
It’s a good fit if you work with camera memory cards often and want a portable reader that reduces wear on laptop ports, or if you need to back up high-capacity cards from security or trail cameras. If you favour absolute top-tier speeds from specialised readers you may find limits imposed by UHS-I compatibility and the USB-A connection.









