Samsung T7 Touch
Score: 88/100
Transcend External SSD 2TB
Score: 86/100Rankings
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.
The Transcend 2TB Portable SSD delivers blazing-fast 2000 MB/s speeds over USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and boasts military-grade shock resistance with an IPX5 rating. Its performance requires a 20 Gbps host and it lacks built-in encryption, making it less suited for security-focused users. Ideal for creators needing rapid large-file transfers in rugged environments.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 2,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 58 gbest | 180 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 | 180 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 85 x 57 x 8 mm | 96.5 x 12.5 x 53.6 mm mm |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 5 years |
Included Accessories | USB-C to C cable, USB-C to A cable | USB Type-C cable, USB Type-C to Type-A cable |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
