Samsung T7 1TB
Score: 99/100
Crucial X9 Pro 4TB
Score: 93/100Rankings
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 X9 Pro 4TB Portable SSD delivers top-tier USB-C Gen 2 performance in a tiny, rugged package with hardware encryption and a long warranty, ideal for creators on the move.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 4,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.95 g | 38 gbest |
36 months | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 45 °Cbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 4000 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.95 g | 38 g |
Form Factor | Rectangular, credit card-sized | Portable |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 60 months |
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, Linux, Android, iPad, Xbox, PlayStation |
Technical Specs(1) | ||
NAND Type | V-NAND | TLC |
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 rate the X9 Pro highly (4.5/5), praising its speed, durability, and encryption while noting it falls short of the X10 Pro's ultimate speeds.
Everyday users love its pocket-size, fast transfers, and rugged build, though they complain about the short cable and occasional speed variance.
“Extremely fast read & write speeds”
“Tiny and easy to carry”
“Works perfectly for recording 14-track live music”
