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Samsung Portable SSD T7 1TB vs Samsung Portable SSD T9

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against External SSDs at a similar price

The Samsung Portable SSD T9 scores 6.7/10 overall, ahead of the Samsung Portable SSD T7 1TB at 6.1/10.

The Samsung Portable SSD T7 1TB leads on build and ruggedness and security.

The Samsung Portable SSD T9 leads on speed and warranty.

They score the same on compatibility.

Portable SSD T7 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1TB

Samsung Portable SSD T7 1TB

6.1/10verdict: wait for deal

The Samsung T7 1TB is for people who move large files between machines and want a small, light drive. It suits those who want hardware encryption and an aluminium case on a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface. It is a weaker fit for Linux users and for anyone who writes very large batches in one go.

Typically about £164.58 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Samsung Portable SSD T9

Samsung Portable SSD T9

6.7/10verdict: buy

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 (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightSamsung Portable SSD T7 1TBSamsung Portable SSD T9
Speed30%6/108/10
Build and ruggedness20%6/105/10
Compatibility20%5/105/10
Security15%8/107/10
Warranty15%6/108/10
Overall6.1/106.7/10

Specifications

SpecSamsung Portable SSD T7 1TBSamsung Portable SSD T9
Capacity1TB2TB
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), USB-CUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)
Sequential readUp to 1,050 MB/sUp to 2,000 MB/sec
Sequential writeUp to 1,000 MB/sUp to 1,950 MB/sec
Drop and water ratingDrop resistance up to 2 metres (internal free-fall test); no IP rating for dust or water; solid aluminium unibody casingDrop resistant up to 3m (free fall onto metal plate); no water or IP rating given
EncryptionAES 256-bit hardware encryption with password protectionAES 256-bit hardware encryption
WarrantyLimited 3-year warranty5 year limited warranty

Strengths and weaknesses

Samsung Portable SSD T7 1TB

  • + AES 256-bit hardware encryption with password protection
  • + Aluminium unibody with a 2-metre drop resistance figure
  • + Owners praise fast large-file transfers and plug-and-play setup
  • − Sustained writes slow once transfers exceed the TurboWrite cache
  • − No IP rating for dust or water
  • − Magician software skips Linux; some systems may need reformatting

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Gen 2x2 or USB4 speeds from an external drive
  • Linux users who want vendor software support for managing the drive
  • Anyone working on dusty or wet sites who needs an IP rating
Read the full Samsung Portable SSD T7 1TB review ›

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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