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How to Run SD Card Speed Test in Windows 11
The easiest option is the built-in Task Manager
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Published onJuly 5, 2024
published onJuly 5, 2024
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If you have been using an SD card for a long time, the performance may have diminished. And a quick way to verify that is to run a speed test on the SD card in Windows 11!
To run a speed test on an SD card, you have both built-in monitoring tools and reliable third-party software. The latter, however, delivers a more comprehensive overview of the SD card’s performance and is the recommended approach. Although, I am listing both ways to help you make the right choice.
How can I test my SD card speed in Windows 11?
1. Via Task Manager
TheTask Managersaves you the effort of downloading a third-party tool but isn’t very reliable, and neither does it provide a complete overview. Besides, the information displayed is in real-time, so you won’t be able to discover the maximum read and write speed of the SD card in Windows 11.
2. Via a third-party software
H2testwis an old tool, so don’t expect ultra-fast performance. However, I have seen it help many users identify fake SD cards by running a series of tests and verifying whether the actual configuration matches what was advertised.
Also, while checking the SD card speed, focus on theWrite speed, as it’s more crucial than theRead speed. The latter is always higher and advertised by manufacturers. But it’s theWrite speedthat decides how long it would take to write data to the SD card, for instance, saving captured images.
How can I speed up my SD card?
You can now easily test and find the SD card speed in Windows 11 and even improve the card’s performance. The tips listed here will also boost theSD card’s lifespan.
While you are here, discover some quick tips tofix common SD card issues in Windows 11!
Which method worked best for you? Share with our readers in the comments section.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
