SAMSUNG T7 Shield 4TB, Portable SSD, up-to 1050MB/s, USB 3.2 Gen2, Rugged, IP65 Water & Dust Resistant, for Photographers, Content Creators and Gaming, Extenal Solid State Drive (MU-PE4T0S/AM), Black

My attempt at backing up a 10.9 GB file to an older Portable SSD took about four minutes. Then I backed up the same 10.9 GB file to this small Portable SSD and it only took about a minute and a half! Another: I backed up the files to the old Portable SSD and the remaining space is 634 GB. Then I backed up the same files to this small Portable SSD: the remaining space is 715 GB! This small Portable SSD is much better than I expected!

Purchased a Beelink mini computer. Added this external drive as a backup to data stored on the mini computer. Plenty fast enough. Recommend

Works great, had some issue formatting it so It would work with my Mac but had no issues after that, also you don’t need to use Samsungs software to set a password

Just to get the good fundamentals addressed first, yes, this external SSD is overall fantastic. Even with its protective shell, its an easy every day carry. I′ve transferred over 400GB to it already and its crazy fast, while never warming up too much. The cable it comes up with is really nice quality and stays connected without easily pulling out. It′s already serving me very well as a back up for my phone. Now lets talk about the app, which, unfortunately, we cant divorce from the product itself since the app is what allows you to encrypt and rename the SSD and update the firmware. It′s terrible. From the confusing two similarly named apps on the store, to the lag, to the keyboard that vanishes when trying to type in the password (at least on Android), to the annoying disconnection error messages that tell you to reboot your phone, to the barebones operations inside the app. You can still use it well enough to do the jobs you need it to and use a file manager separately, but its such a hostile user experience that I could only recommend people use the app after thorough warnings on what to expect and thats pretty unacceptable from a major manufacturer like Samsung. Overall though, a great backup option for people who want local storage with peace of mind.

In the era of data-driven lifestyles, having a reliable and portable storage solution is essential. The SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB Portable SSD steps up to the plate, offering a powerhouse of storage capacity and enhanced security features. Join me as we explore the performance, security, durability, and convenience of the SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB Portable SSD. The SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB Portable SSD delivers impressive performance, providing lightning-fast data transfer speeds. Utilizing the cutting-edge NVMe technology and USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, it offers blazingly fast read and write speeds, allowing you to transfer large files in a matter of seconds. Whether youre working with high-resolution media, large datasets, or demanding applications, the T7 Shield SSD handles it all with exceptional efficiency. Its a true workhorse that keeps up with your data-intensive tasks. The SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB Portable SSD is built to withstand the rigors of daily use and travel. Encased in a sturdy metal body, it can withstand drops from up to 6 feet, providing added protection against accidental bumps and shocks. The SSD is also resistant to extreme temperatures, allowing it to operate reliably in a wide range of environments. Its a rugged and durable companion that can keep up with your active lifestyle. The SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB Portable SSD is designed with convenience in mind. Its compact and lightweight form factor makes it highly portable, allowing you to carry your data wherever you go. The USB-C connectivity ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones. The included USB Type-C to Type-C and USB Type-C to Type-A cables provide flexibility and convenience for various connection options. The T7 Shield SSD is also backward compatible with older USB versions, ensuring seamless connectivity across different devices. A powerful combination of performance, security, durability, and convenience. With lightning-fast data transfer speeds, advanced security features, rugged build quality, and effortless portability, its a top-tier storage solution for professionals, content creators, and anyone in need of reliable and secure portable storage. Whether youre working on the go or simply need a backup for your important files, the SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB Portable SSD is a worthy investment that delivers on its promises.

I would recommend it to anyone! This is the best external hard drive i have ever bought! (i have tried WD and seagate previously....) It is super quiet, no noise at all....!! The connection is amazing, smooth , fast and steady.

Cute and compact size. I love the color! They are great quality.

Only had this a few days. I ran some Crystal Disk Mark speed tests. Update. I feel like I have to clarify my speed tests. Ignore the text at the bottom of each speed test image capture as i mistakenly confused the connections I was testing. The 32 MB/s results came from a USB 2.0 connection. The 44 MB/s tests were done with a 3.0 USB connection. The 465 MB/s came through my USB 3.1 connection and the 980 MB/s speeds were accomplished with USB C 3.2 Gen 2 connection. Thats very close to the drives claimed speeds of 1000/1050 MB/s. The last test (for a comparison) was done on my 500 GB NVME M.2 drive on the motherboard. Its a not particularly high end Crucial Patriot P1 but that drive is still considerably faster than this portable is (about 50% quicker on reads). Still Im happy with the performance of this T7 portable drive. All tests were done on the same Windows 10, Ryzen based PC. An MSI Tomahawk board. Note how similar the read and write results are to one another. This is not the case with my motherboards Patriot NVME M.2 drive, writes are about 33% slower than reads. I did not try to boot any OS from the T7. It looks and feels tough. Its really tiny, about the size of a credit card but thicker.. The USB C connector is very tight and will not fall out. They give you two very short (maybe 15 inch) cables. One has a type C to A connection end on it and the other is a type C to C cable. Has a nice soft blue activity light on the front of the drive. No external power adapter is needed. No carrying case is supplied. Probably should have gotten the 2 TB version but that was pretty pricey.

purchased numerous times excellent product

Really fast and works really well for my MacBook Air For some reason every time I take it out of my charger bag it has a lot of dust but other than that it works perfectly fine