Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB vs Samsung Portable SSD T9

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both judged against External SSDs at a similar price

The Samsung Portable SSD T9 scores 6.7/10 overall, ahead of the Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB at 4.7/10.

The Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB leads on build and ruggedness.

The Samsung Portable SSD T9 leads on speed, security and warranty.

They score the same on compatibility.

The biggest difference is security, where the Samsung Portable SSD T9 scores 7/10 to the Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB's 2/10.

Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB

4.7/10verdict: skip

This is a compact, metal-cased 1TB portable SSD for buyers who want IP65 dust and water resistance and a claimed 2000MB/s peak. It suits people who already have a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port and can live with some open questions. Those questions cover the interface, the warranty length and hardware encryption.

Typically about £208.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Samsung Portable SSD T9

6.7/10verdict: wait for deal

The Samsung Portable SSD T9 is a 2TB external drive for people who move large files often and have a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port. It suits those who want hardware encryption and a five-year warranty alongside fast transfers. It is less convincing for buyers who need a water-resistant drive or confirmed support beyond iPhone 15.

Typically about £205 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB	Samsung Portable SSD T9
Speed	30%	5/10	8/10
Build and ruggedness	20%	7/10	5/10
Compatibility	20%	5/10	5/10
Security	15%	2/10	7/10
Warranty	15%	3/10	8/10
Overall		4.7/10	6.7/10

Specifications

Spec	Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB	Samsung Portable SSD T9
Capacity	1 TB nominal; usable capacity may be lower	2TB
Interface	Conflicting: USB 3.0 in UK 1TB product information; USB 3.2 Gen 2 in marketing text; UK 2TB sibling lists USB 3.2 Gen 2x2	USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)
Sequential read	Up to 2000 MB/s (actual speeds vary)	Up to 2,000 MB/sec
Sequential write	Up to 2000 MB/s (actual speeds vary)	Up to 1,950 MB/sec
Drop and water rating	IP65 water and dust resistant; no drop rating published	Drop resistant up to 3m (free fall onto metal plate); no water or IP rating given
Encryption	not listed	AES 256-bit hardware encryption
Warranty	Conflicting or not confirmed: no length on Amazon.com listing; 5 years per Indian reseller; 1 year per a third-party review	5 year limited warranty

Strengths and weaknesses

Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB

+ IP65 water and dust resistance, stated on the UK listing
+ Metal casing with scratch-resistant polymer base, about 51.8g
+ Includes both USB-C to C and USB-C to A cables
− Interface details conflict between listings and sources
− No hardware encryption published; warranty length unconfirmed
− Console and phone support not confirmed; laptop only listed

Skip it if:

Buyers who need hardware-encrypted, password-protected storage
Anyone who needs a confirmed warranty length or confirmed console and phone support
Users without a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port who want the top quoted speed

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Samsung Portable SSD T9

+ Up to 2,000MB/s read over USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
+ Five-year limited warranty
+ AES 256-bit hardware encryption
− No water or IP rating given
− Drop damage not covered by warranty
− Owners call it expensive for its class

Skip it if:

Buyers without a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port and cable who would not reach the rated speeds
Anyone needing a water or dust rating, as no IP rating is given
Buyers who want warranty cover for accidental drop damage

Read the full Samsung Portable SSD T9 review ›

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