Samsung T7 2TB Gray
Score: 99/100
SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD 1TB
Score: 80/100Rankings
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 1TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD delivers blazing 2000 MB/s performance in a rugged, IP65-rated aluminum case with hardware encryption, aimed at professionals needing fast, secure field storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 1,024 GB | |
1,050 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58.97 gbest | 77.5 g |
36 months | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 45 °Cbest | 45 °Cbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 1024 GB |
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 58.97 g | 77.5 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, macOS (limited) |
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.
“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”
Professional reviewers praise the Extreme PRO for its 2000 MB/s speeds, rugged build, and long warranty, but warn about firmware-related reliability problems and limited compatibility with Apple devices.
Users love the rapid transfers and ruggedness, yet many report sudden drive failures after extended use and frustration with firmware support.
