Samsung T7 1TB
Score: 99/100
Crucial X6 1TB
Score: 34/100Rankings
The Samsung T7 1TB delivers near-rated 1 GB/s sequential speeds in a tiny, lightweight aluminum case, with strong AES-256 encryption and dual USB-C cables. It lacks rugged IP protection and biometric security, and its warranty is shorter than some rivals.
The Crucial X6 1TB is an affordable, ultra-light portable SSD with decent everyday performance, but its QLC NAND and DRAM-less architecture prevent it from delivering the high sustained speeds some users expect.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 540 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 212 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.95 g | 40 gbest |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 45 °Cbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 540 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 212 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | true | false |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.95 g | 40 g |
Form Factor | Rectangular, credit card-sized | portable |
Power & Connectivity(2) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered via USB | bus-powered |
Included Cable Type | USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A | USB-C to USB-C |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Android, consoles | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, consoles |
Technical Specs(2) | ||
NAND Type | V-NAND | QLC |
Controller | Samsung | Silicon Motion SM2259XT |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the T7 between 4.0 and 4.5 stars, praising its speed, premium chassis and encryption while noting the missing fingerprint sensor and modest warranty.
Everyday users give it a perfect 5-star average, lauding its blistering speed, tiny form factor and reliability, with occasional complaints about Linux encryption support and price.
Professional reviewers consider the X6 a serviceable, budget-friendly portable SSD that works well for everyday tasks but is hampered by its SATA-based internals and DRAM-less design, recommending PCIe-based alternatives for power users.
Consumers appreciate the X6's reliability, pocket-size convenience, and price, though many note that real-world speeds fall short of the advertised 800 MB/s and that performance drops after the cache is exhausted.
“Extremely fast read & write speeds”
“Tiny and easy to carry”
“Works perfectly for recording 14-track live music”
