Name: Samsung T7 Shield 2TB
Brand: Samsung
SKU: B09VLHR4JC
Price: 399.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (16083 reviews)

Expert Review Analysis

The Samsung T7 Shield 2TB is a rugged portable SSD that delivers up to 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write speeds while offering IP65 water‑dust resistance, 3‑meter drop protection, and 256‑bit AES hardware encryption, making it ideal for professionals who need fast, secure storage in harsh environments.

✓ Best for: Professional photographers, video content creators, gamers with large libraries, travel‑oriented users, and anyone working in dusty, wet, or drop‑prone environments.✗ Not ideal for: Users who prioritize the lightest possible weight, ultra‑budget shoppers, or those who do not need rugged features and would prefer a cheaper, slimmer SSD.

Pros

✓Rugged rubber exterior with IP65 water and dust resistance protects the drive in harsh environments.
✓High sequential read speed up to 1,050 MB/s and write speed up to 1,000 MB/s enables fast file transfers and on‑the‑fly editing.
✓Lightweight (98 g) and compact dimensions (88 × 59 × 13 mm) make it easy to carry in a pocket or attach to gear.

Price History

Current

$399.99

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$173.56

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$79.99

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$399.99

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Best Seller Rank History

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Specifications

Accessories

Carabiner LoopIncluded

Connectivity

InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Gbps

Design

Dimensions12.5 x 57 x 86 mm

Weight98 g g

Drop ResistanceUp to 3 m m

MaterialDurable rubber exterior

Features

EncryptionAES 256-bit hardware encryption

IP RatingIP65

Dynamic Thermal GuardEnabled

General

BrandSamsung

ManufacturerSamsung Electronics

ModelMU-PE2T0S/AM

ColorBlack

Release Date2022-04-26

Performance

Sequential Read SpeedUp to 1,050 MB/s MB/s

Sequential Write SpeedUp to 1,000 MB/s MB/s

Interface TechnologyPCIe NVMe

Storage

Capacity2 TB TB

Thermal Management

Dynamic Thermal GuardAutomatically regulates temperature to maintain performance

Physical Features

Carabiner LoopIntegrated loop for attaching to gear or backpack

Color Options

Available ColorsMoonrock Beige and Black

Dimensions & Weight

Height0.492125 inches

Width2.24409 inches

Depth3.38582 inches

Weight0.21384839414 pounds

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