Samsung T7 1TB
Score: 80/100
SanDisk Portable SSD 1TB
Score: 77/100Rankings
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 SanDisk 1 TB Portable SSD combines fast 800 MB/s reads with a rugged IP65-rated aluminum body, making it a solid choice for creators who need durability on the go. While it lacks a USB-C to USB-C cable and built-in encryption, its lightweight design and strong protection stand out.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 800 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 796 MB/s | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.95 g | 40 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 7.62 mmbest | 9.91 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 83.82 mmbest | 96.9 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 55.88 mm | 46.9 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 800 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 796 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Android, consoles | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android |
Storage(1) | ||
Form Factor | credit card | Portable |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | USB bus-powered | Bus-powered |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.95 g | 40 g |
Thickness (mm) | 7.62 mm | 9.91 mm |
Length (mm) | 83.82 mm | 96.9 mm |
Width (mm) | 55.88 mm | 46.9 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 praise the drive for its solid blend of high transfer speeds, rugged IP65 construction, and lightweight design, noting that it can even exceed 800 MB/s in optimal conditions but criticize the omission of a USB-C to USB-C cable.
Everyday users consistently commend the SSD for its speed, compactness, and durability, especially for travel, while recurring complaints focus on the short included cable and occasional speed drops with older ports.
“Extremely fast read & write speeds”
“Tiny and easy to carry”
“Works perfectly for recording 14-track live music”
