Seagate Portable 2TB
Score: 69/100
Samsung T7 1TB
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Samsung T7 1TB Portable SSD delivers near-rated 1 GB/s speeds in a tiny, lightweight aluminum case with hardware encryption and drop resistance, making it ideal for fast, secure on-the-go storage.
The Seagate Portable 2TB HDD is a bus-powered, lightweight external drive offering solid 100-130 MB/s performance and broad OS/console compatibility, ideal for casual backup and media transport.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 1,000 GB | |
115 MB/s | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
115 MB/s | 1,000 MB/sbest | |
12 months | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.19 kg | 0.059 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 80.01 mm | 55.88 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 14.73 mm | 7.62 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 116.84 mm | 83.82 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 115 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 115 MB/s | 1000 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox, Android | Windows, macOS, Android, consoles |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.190 kg | 0.05895 kg |
Width (mm) | 80.01 mm | 55.88 mm |
Height (mm) | 14.73 mm | 7.62 mm |
Depth (mm) | 116.84 mm | 83.82 mm |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 1000 GB |
Drive Type | HDD | SSD |
Durability(1) | ||
Drop Resistance | false | true |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 Micro-B | USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the drive highly for its performance, compactness, and price, noting the 5400 RPM drive delivers solid 100-130 MB/s real-world speeds but lack encryption and rugged features.
Everyday users praise its instant Windows compatibility, portable form factor, and reliable backup capability, while complaints focus on a loose Micro-USB port, occasional early failures, and the need to reformat for macOS.
Professional reviewers rate the T7 between 4.0 and 4.5 stars, praising its speed, premium chassis and encryption while noting the lack of biometric security and a shorter warranty.
Everyday users give it a perfect 5-star average, lauding its speed, tiny form factor and reliability, with occasional complaints about Linux encryption support and price.
“Great portable backup drive”
“Port is loose”
“disappeared”
