Samsung T7 1TB
Score: 80/100
WD Elements SE 1TB
Score: 55/100Rankings
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 WD Elements SE 1TB Portable SSD offers budget-friendly storage with decent 400 MB/s speeds in a tiny, lightweight case, but its outdated Micro-USB interface and lack of encryption limit its appeal for power users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 400 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 400 MB/s | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.95 g | 27 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 7.62 mmbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 83.82 mm | 64.5 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 55.88 mmbest | 64.5 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | Micro-USB 3.1 Gen 1 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | true | false |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Android, consoles | Windows 10+, macOS 11+ |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | USB bus-powered | Bus-powered |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.95 g | 27 g |
Length (mm) | 83.82 mm | 64.5 mm |
Width (mm) | 55.88 mm | 64.5 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Professional reviewers appreciate the low price and solid performance for basic storage, but criticize the outdated Micro-USB port and absence of security features.
Everyday users praise the SSD's speed and portability, while noting occasional overheating and the legacy Micro-USB connector as drawbacks.
“Extremely fast read & write speeds”
“Tiny and easy to carry”
“Works perfectly for recording 14-track live music”
