Samsung T7 1TB
Score: 80/100
Crucial X9 2TB
Score: 66/100Rankings
The Samsung T7 1TB Portable SSD delivers high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2 performance in a sleek, lightweight aluminum case, with hardware encryption and solid drop resistance. It's ideal for professionals and travelers who need fast, secure portable storage, though it lacks rugged IP protection and biometric security.
The Crucial X9 2TB Portable SSD offers up to 1050 MB/s read speeds via USB-C 10 Gbps, a lightweight 32 g design and shock resistance, but lacks water/dust protection and hardware encryption.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 1,920 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 960 MB/s | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.95 g | 32 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 7.62 mmbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 83.82 mm | 65 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 55.88 mm | 50 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 960 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | true | false |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Android, consoles | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPadOS, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 1920 GB |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | USB bus-powered | Bus-powered |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.95 g | 32 g |
Length (mm) | 83.82 mm | 65 mm |
Width (mm) | 55.88 mm | 50 mm |
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 near-rated 1 GB/s sequential speeds, premium aluminum chassis, and 256-bit AES encryption, while noting the lack of biometric security and a shorter 3-year warranty.
Everyday users give the drive a perfect 5-star average, lauding its blistering speed, tiny form factor, and reliability for tasks like live music recording and gaming, with occasional complaints about Linux encryption support and price.
Professional reviewers, led by PC Gamer's 84/100 score, praise the X9 for its strong read performance, compact design, and excellent price-to-speed ratio, while noting the lack of USB4, IP protection, and hardware encryption.
Everyday buyers rate the X9 between 4.5 and 5 stars, highlighting its speed, portability, and ease of use, with occasional complaints about performance drops and lack of water/dust resistance.
“Extremely fast read & write speeds”
“Tiny and easy to carry”
“Works perfectly for recording 14-track live music”
