UGREEN SD Card Reader 5Gbps USB‑C

Key features

The UGREEN SD Card Reader is a compact 2‑in‑1 USB‑C adapter that links cameras, phones and laptops to SD and microSD cards for fast file transfer. It offers up to 5Gbps transfer according to the manufacturer, supports cards up to 2TB and works with a wide range of devices including iPhone 17 series, iPad Pro and MacBook Pro. This makes it practical when you need to move photos or HD video without waiting around.

Technical details

• Name: UGREEN SD Card Reader
• Type: 2-in-1 USB C to Micro SD and SD adapter
• Format: UHS-I support, backward compatible with UHS-II cards at UHS-I speeds
• Capacity: up to 2TB
• Compatibility: Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS and selected iPhone and iPad models

Why it’s worth it

The reader supports Thunderbolt 3 and 4 level speeds and lists a typical read performance of around 170MB/s for high‑speed cards, which is notably quicker than USB 2.0 alternatives. It accepts SD, SDHC, SDXC, Micro SD and MMC cards and can access two cards at the same time, so you can copy between cards without extra dongles. Do note that phones and tablets only recognise FAT32 and exFAT cards, NTFS is not supported by mobile devices.

Getting the most from it

Plug and play operation means no drivers or extra power are required for most systems, simply connect and access files. If you use Android check that your device supports OTG before purchase. It’s a small, cable‑integrated adapter designed to avoid blocking adjacent ports, which helps when working on compact laptops or crowded desks.

The UGREEN SD Card Reader is a sensible, no‑fuss way to handle memory cards when you need reliable transfers and broad device support. 📷💼⚡.