Samsung X5 1TB
Score: 71/100
Samsung T7 2TB Gray
Score: 99/100Rankings
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 Samsung X5 1TB Portable SSD offers Thunderbolt 3-level performance in a rugged, magnesium-alloy case, targeting professionals who need fast ingest and export of large media files.
| Attribute | Samsung X5 1TB | |
|---|---|---|
1,024 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
2,800 MB/sbest | 1,050 MB/s | |
2,300 MB/sbest | 1,000 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 150 g | 58.97 gbest |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 45 °Cbest | 45 °Cbest |
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| Attribute | Samsung X5 1TB | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1024 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | Thunderbolt 3 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 2800 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 2300 MB/s | 1000 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 150 g | 58.97 g |
Form Factor | Portable | Rectangular, credit card-sized |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | Thunderbolt 3 | USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 10, macOS | Windows 7+, macOS 10.10+, Android 5.0+ |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the X5 as the fastest bus-powered external drive on the market, highlighting its Thunderbolt 3 + NVMe architecture and effective thermal management, but criticize its reliance on Thunderbolt 3 and occasional thermal throttling.
Everyday users love the blazing speed for 4K video and RAW batches and appreciate the rugged design, while noting the need for a Thunderbolt 3 port and occasional slowdowns due to heat.
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.
“Fast enough to transfer a 20 GB 4K video in ~12 seconds - a game-changer for my workflow”
“The magnesium chassis feels solid and survived a few accidental drops”
“Had to buy a separate Thunderbolt cable because the one included was missing”
