Samsung T7 Touch
Score: 88/100
Transcend ESD410 2TB
Score: 91/100Rankings
The Transcend ESD410 2TB portable SSD delivers blazing 2000 MB/s read/write performance with a rugged, water-resistant design and built-in 256-bit AES encryption. Its sustained write speed falls after the cache is used and full speed is only achievable on USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 hosts. It is ideal for outdoor creators, videographers, and professionals needing fast, durable storage for high-resolution media.
The Samsung T7 Touch Portable SSD 2TB delivers flagship NVMe speeds with a sleek aluminum body, fingerprint-based encryption and strong shock/drop protection. It lacks an IP rating and commands a premium price, making it less suitable for budget-focused buyers. Ideal for professionals needing fast, secure storage and biometric access on the go.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GB | 2,048 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58 gbest | 65 g |
3 years | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 |
Performance(2) | ||
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 g | 65 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 85 x 57 x 8 mm | 14.5×42×79 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 2048 GB |
Power & Compatibility(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | Bus-powered |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 5 years |
Included Accessories | USB-C to C cable, USB-C to A cable | USB Type‑C to USB‑C cable, USB Type‑A to USB‑C cable |
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Professional reviewers such as Tom's Hardware commend the T7 Touch for its ultra-compact size, premium aluminum build, and the combination of high 1,050/1,000 MB/s speeds with fingerprint-based AES-256-bit encryption. They note the inclusion of both USB-C cables and a three-year warranty as positives, while calling out the absence of an IP rating and the need for a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host to achieve advertised performance as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the drive's lightning-fast transfers, the convenience of fingerprint unlocking, and its pocket-friendly weight, while common complaints revolve around occasional reformatting requirements, slower speeds on legacy USB ports, and a noticeable warm-up during prolonged heavy use.
Professional reviewers such as SSD-Tester and Guru3D highlighted the drive's lightning-fast peak throughput-over 2 GB/s in synthetic benchmarks-and its rugged construction that meets MIL-STD-810G and IPX5 standards. They praised its suitability for high-resolution video workflows but cautioned that sustained write speeds dip after the 64 GB pSLC cache is used up and that full performance requires a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host.
