Samsung T7 2TB Gray
Score: 99/100
SanDisk Extreme 2TB
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Samsung T7 2TB offers the same high-speed performance as the 1TB model in a slightly larger capacity, with a lightweight metal case, strong encryption and dual cables. It shares the same drawbacks of missing biometric security and limited warranty.
The SanDisk 2TB Extreme Portable SSD combines high-speed NVMe performance with rugged IP65 protection and 3 m drop resistance, making it a strong choice for creators and field professionals. It adds hardware encryption for security, though some users report early failures and legacy software.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 2,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 1,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.97 g | 51 gbest |
36 months | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 45 °Cbest | 85 °C |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.97 g | 51 g |
Form Factor | Rectangular, credit card-sized | Portable |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 60 months |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered via USB | Bus-powered |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 7+, macOS 10.10+, Android 5.0+ | Windows 8, Windows 10, macOS v10.9+, USB 3.0, USB 2.0 |
Environmental(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | 45 °C | 85 °C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Reviewers give the T7 2TB 4.0-4.5 stars, applauding its blazing speeds and encryption while noting the lack of fingerprint authentication and a shorter warranty compared with premium drives.
Users praise the instant-like transfers and pocket-sized form factor, but complain about Linux encryption incompatibility and the need to reformat for macOS.
Professional reviewers rate the drive 4.5/5, praising its blazingly fast transfers, rugged IP65 construction, and strong security, while noting its larger size and legacy software.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the speed, ruggedness, and plug-and-play ease, often calling it a reliable workhorse for on-location work. Recurring complaints focus on occasional early failures, adapter connectivity glitches, and the presence of unwanted software.
“Near-rated high sequential read/write speeds (~1,050/1,000 MB/s)”
“Ultra-compact credit-card size and lightweight (~2 oz)”
“Durable aluminum unibody with 6.5 ft drop resistance”
