Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD 1 TB – USB 3.2 Gen.2 External
Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD 1 TB – USB 3.2 Gen.2 External SSD Black (MU-PE1T0S/EU)
Management software
Set your password and get the latest firmware updates with Samsung portable SSD software available in PCs, Macs, Android smartphones and tablets. You can also check your drive’s health, boost performance and protect data with Samsung Magician Software.¹⁶ ¹⁷ ¹⁸
T7 ShieldExternal SSD Comparison
Windows Android Mac | Compatibility | Windows Android Mac |
Up to 1050 MB/s | Transfer speed | Up to 1050 MB/s |
Password | Security | CDM/Fingerprint |
Cables (Type A – C) | ||
Dust Resistant | ||
Waterproof |
Windows Android Mac | Compatibility | Windows Android Mac |
Up to 1050 MB/s | Transfer speed | Up to 1050 MB/s |
Password | Security | Password |
Cables (Type A – C) | ||
Dust Resistant | ||
Waterproof |
- T7 Touch
- T7
¹ Simulated image. ² This device has a IP65 rating based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Water and dust resistance capabilities may vary depending on the actual environmental conditions. Damage caused by liquid and dust are not covered. ³ IPX5 Test condition: Device was exposed to fresh water projected from a nozzle (Φ6.3mm) 3 meters away at 12.5 l/min for 3 minutes. ⁴ IP6X Test condition: Device was exposed to 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours in a vacuum chamber. ⁵ Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000MB/s, respectively, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.2 Gen2 and the UASP mode must be enabled. For detailed information, please refer to the FAQs. ⁶ Test system configuration: ASUS Z270 ROG MAXIMUS IX HERO (USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C), Intel(R) Core i7-7700K CPU @ 4.20GHz, OS- Windows 10 19H2 ⁷ Simulated image. ⁸ T7 Shield is rated as IP65 based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Water, dust and drop resistance capabilities may vary depending on the actual environmental conditions. Damage caused by liquid, dust and drop are not covered. ⁹ IPX5 Test condition: Device was exposed to fresh water projected from a nozzle (Φ6.3mm) 3 meters away at 12.5 l/min for 3 minutes. ¹⁰ IP6X Test condition: Device was exposed to 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours in a vacuum chamber. ¹¹ Drop test condition: Device was dropped free-fall to a metal plate from 3-meter height. ¹² Compatibility with T7 Shield may vary depending on the host device. Some operating systems may require T7 Shield reformatting. ¹³ T7 Shield is compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0. ¹⁴ The T7 Shield complies with official USB power specifications. If the host device does not comply with those specifications, there may be compatibility issues and/or reduced performance. ¹⁵ 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes, 1TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Lower capacity may be demonstrated by your computer due to use of a different measurement standard. ¹⁶ The actual product weight and size may vary depending on the product’s capacity and measurement method. ¹⁷ Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.10, Android 5.1(Lollipop), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems may not be supported. ¹⁸ Firmware update requires use of PC or Mac and access to internet connection. Android app available on Google Play. Samsung Magician Software only available in Windows.
Weight: | 98 g |
Dimensions: | 8.6 x 5.7 x 1.25 cm; 98 Grams |
Brand: | Samsung |
Model: | MU-PE1T0S/EU |
Colour: | Black |
Batteries Included: | No |
Manufacture: | Samsung |
Dimensions: | 8.6 x 5.7 x 1.25 cm; 98 Grams |
Great little external drive, I wanted some more storage for a Mac mini and this is compact, nicely made and really quite quick. I had speed issues using and older drive caddy with a sata ssd in it and swapping to this elimated all those problems
I bought this as a backup device for my Mac it works really well is compact and should last a long time. It made my time machine backup appear much quicker and at under 100 it’s a win win.
Great speed, works with other C type cables if you are me and forget where you placed the original ones (make sure it’s at least one of the thicker kind of cables) and the original cables do have ridiculous transfer speed. It does get a bit warm when I send 50GB at once and it handles it very steadily and fast, so hey, it is a mini portable device, not a space rocket :)) Highly recommended!
I needed a decent hard drive to store my music catalogue for DJ-ing. This offering from Samsung looked to be my best option. It’s a nice compact size, has a rubberised outer & hopefully will be durable & reliable. Only time will tell but so far, I’m impressed. Its also a high speed drive, so transferring files is pretty quick.
I decided to recover some much needed space on my computer which meant transferring 260gb+ of photos, videos, music and random other files back into my daughter possession.
Her birthday was approaching, when I saw this on Amazon, and the price at the time was excellent.
This drive gets five stars all day long from me.
File transfer speed is rapid, item is very much pocket size and all in a really quite attractive anodized aluminium outer shell. It comes complete with C type to C type data cable, and I was more than happy to give it as a present.
And more to the point will be more than happy to buy again.
I purchased a T7 to go alongside my T5, but doubled my storage and went with the 1tb version. USB 3.2 so rapid speeds on file transfer which was necessary for me. Rather than buying the T7 that has the silicone shield case (cost a fortune) I instead bought a silicone sleeve on eBay for a few quid. Now I have a nice, more protected product to take on the go with me. Excellent item.
I liked the fact that it has additional security with the fingerprint reader/scanner. I feel my files are safer compared to my previous HDD. Oh..and it’s quite fast too. I wish it has an inbuilt keyring holder like the SanDisk Extreme does. However this is now my favourite external solid state drive. Delivery came on time too
Looks and feels sturdy. I have not tested it in any harsh environment but it did survive a few meter tall drops to hard concrete without damage, internally or otherwise. Fast read and write speeds.
Perfect and a good deal. It is so small and light it feels like a debit card in your pocket. Super fast and comes with a usb and a usb-c cable so you can use on multiple devices. Couldn’t ask for more.
Nice quality feel, seems to work fine for my purposes of recording constant dashcam & security video, no issues to report after several months continuous use. High temperature capability useful when operating in a closed vehicle recording security camera video 24/7.
Product is great. It’s exactly what it says on the box. It’s a (very) fast SSD to use for storage or whatever. It’s durable (I’ve dropped it a few times and it’s still fine) comes with a USB C to USB C and USB B cable
PSSD really neat size and love the colour as it contrasts with the other ext hard disc – not the most important thing I know but useful not to have to stick labels on everything. As to function – so far so good. Plus it arrived much faster than estimated which was very helpful.
This HD is the best I’ve ever bought. I wish they had them in 4TB or more. But the speed, simplicity and physical size just out-rules anything I’ve ever had before. I use it to run big Music Production and Video projects on a M1 Max MacBook Pro. Haven’t had a single lag yet. Where as doing the same work through my normal LaCie hard drive is a painstaking experience. Should have bought this years ago!
I already owned 1 of these, and it’s time to get a second. I literally just plug n play them into a spare USB slot, and keep them in there. They show up as a removable drive, but keep their letter, so I use them in cahoots with OBS to record my live stream in both 1440p and 4K.
Depending on my mood, I either upload the video file in 1, directly to the usual social places, or edit it, and upload that – the point being these drives are yet to let me down at all, and together with OBS, have yet to skip a beat (my settings are 16-24mbps on 1440, and 32-40mbps on 4K – both 60fps). Literally not 1 dropped frame in many hundreds of hours of content.
I can highly recommend them for anyone else too lazy to open up their computer case, and upgrade their internal drives (that’s my excuse anyway, due to all the rigmarole that it entails, with reformatting and reinstalling stuff..)
What’s also great, I can use one of these to very quickly transfer large video files to take on visits and showcase my work, and again, I use 2 of these, together with 1 older model, side by side, to give 3 high speed drives on the end of USB cables.
It obviously goes without saying to ensure your computer’s USB connectors are up to date and not ancient, or these things will not work very well, like with anything.
I’d been using an external HDD for making backups of my files which could take hours to complete, since owning this Samsung SSD backups take half the time than they did before.
The drive is incredibly small and light weight so carrying it around isn’t a problem, also there is no worry about data loss if the drive is accidentally dropped unlike a normal HDD.
There is nothing at all I can say against the product, it may be a little costly but for peace of mind it’s worth every penny.
The first thing I noticed was how well made this is. I am not sure whether the casing is a hard synthetic or an anodized alloy: either way it is solid and has a good weight to it.
I easily installed the software for password and 256 bit encryption.
I formatted for NTFS, as I am using as an external backup for a Win11 PC.
Write speed is a solid 500MBs for large files and about half that for small files. Not bad for encrypted files.
The drive got warm but not enough to cause any kind of concern.
Nice drive at a reasonable cost, as I only need a 1TB drive.
The Samsung T7 Portable SSD in Metallic Red offers a blazing fast and reliable storage solution in a sleek and portable design. With its impressive 1 TB capacity and super-fast data transfer speeds, this SSD is perfect for storing and accessing your important files, photos, videos, and more on the go.
One of the standout features of the Samsung T7 Portable SSD is its incredible speed. With read and write speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s and 1,000 MB/s respectively, this SSD delivers lightning-fast performance, significantly reducing file transfer times. Whether you’re transferring large media files or backing up your data, the T7 SSD ensures quick and efficient data transfers.
The 1 TB capacity offers ample storage space for all your files, documents, multimedia, and even large applications. It provides you with the freedom to carry your entire digital library in your pocket, making it an excellent companion for work, travel, or creative projects.
The metallic red design adds a touch of style to the SSD, making it stand out from traditional storage devices. The sleek and compact form factor fits comfortably in your hand or pocket, allowing you to take it with you wherever you go.
Additionally, the Samsung T7 Portable SSD is built to withstand the rigors of daily use and travel. It features a shock-resistant construction that can withstand drops of up to 2 meters, providing peace of mind for accidental drops or bumps.
The SSD is compatible with various devices, including PCs, Macs, Android smartphones, and gaming consoles, making it versatile for all your storage needs.
The T7 Portable SSD also comes with AES 256-bit hardware encryption, ensuring that your data remains secure and protected from unauthorized access.
In summary, the Samsung T7 Portable SSD in Metallic Red is a powerful and stylish storage solution. With its blazing fast speeds, large capacity, compact design, and rugged construction, it offers convenient and reliable storage for all your data, making it a perfect choice for professionals, content creators, and tech-savvy individuals on the move. Safeguard your data with the Samsung T7 Portable SSD.
I recently purchased the Samsung T7 Portable SSD with a 500 GB capacity, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. This little device has completely transformed my storage experience.
The speed of the T7 Portable SSD is nothing short of amazing. Transferring files is a breeze, thanks to its USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface. Whether it’s large files or small documents, everything transfers at lightning-fast speeds. I no longer have to wait around for my data to transfer, which has significantly improved my productivity.
The compact design of the T7 is a real game-changer. It’s so small and lightweight that I can easily slip it into my pocket or bag without any hassle. It’s the perfect companion for people on the go, allowing me to carry all my important files wherever I need to be. Plus, the sleek and durable exterior gives me confidence that my data is well-protected.
Setting up the T7 was a breeze. It seamlessly connects to my Windows device, and I didn’t encounter any compatibility issues. The included software is intuitive and straightforward, providing useful features like password protection and firmware updates. The peace of mind knowing my data is secure is invaluable.
The 500 GB capacity of this SSD is more than enough for my needs. It accommodates all my files, from photos and videos to important documents and work projects. If I ever need more storage, I know that the T7 comes in higher capacities as well.
In conclusion, the Samsung T7 Portable SSD is an incredible storage solution. Its lightning-fast speed, compact design, and reliable performance make it a must-have for anyone in need of portable storage. I highly recommend the Samsung T7 Portable SSD to anyone looking for a high-quality and dependable storage device.
It’s light and small fits in your pocket and has an impressive read/write speed
Small, light and durable. Uses USB-C, comes with both types of USB cable which is very handy. Is plug and play, very quite and has fast loading/transfer rates.
Compact and lightweight easy to use. What’s not to like. Very happy with this produc
Love it, it’s great for backing up drone footage and action camera’s when out on the field.
For an external ssd drive it’s very fast. I’m using it to run a 10 yer old iMac. 40 seconds to boot as opposed to 3 minutes. Programs open instantly no bouncing icons. Excellent drive.
I use this for my portable hard drive and it is perfect. I use multiple computers and I like to keep an offline version of my files. The write speed is very fast if you use the correct usb port. I do a lot of music production, so the files are quite often very big, this handled backing these up with no problem at all. Definitely recommend this.
This SSD is brilliant , bought it as external storage for my PS5 . Transfer speeds are brilliant , I transfered around 120GB in 6 minutes from internal PS5 storage to the SSD . PS5 will format it for you so it’s ready to use just have to go through storage in settings menu to do this
Works great with my Xbox Series X. Much faster loading of Xbox One and Xbox 360 and original Xbox backward compatible games compared to a traditional hard disk. Series S and X enhanced games require a special 1TB Seagate Xbox SSD. This is not the fault of the SamsungT7 but the way the Xbox Series X works. I would recommend tis product.
I HAVE SEVERAL OF THESE FOR ALL MY VIDEOS AND PHOTOS NOT HAD A PROBLEM WITH ANY OF THEM TO DATE FAST TRANSFER WHEN MOVING FROM ONE TO ANOTHER
With most software now being optimised for SSD, this has filled a gap for me adding to normal hard disks I use externally.
Advice to new users, don’t bother with setup software on the drive – this is formatted and ready to go for Mac and Android (presume it is fine for Windows too). The trick to get it available on your Android phone – plug the SSD in to your phone then restart the phone – the SSD drive will then show up as available in your phone. For Mac it is just plug and play (an iMac with Monterey OS) – the drive shows up as soon as you plug it in, and you can transfer files immediately. Very neat, light,fast, but feels rugged. Excellent piece of kit!
Own several of these. Have never let me down!
Super fast and great alternative to upgrading expensive internal Storage on laptops.
Adding such easy access solid state storage to my Asus laptop has been a great boon to me. By contemporary standards 1TB of data is not a great deal, but this is more than compensated for by its speed.
Thoroughly satisfied with the drive – I may save up for another.
After changing my desktop PC hard-drive to an SSD recently the difference is massive in terms of speed. So, I decided to buy a portable one to use for my backup solution and the difference is massive! My old 1Tb WD portable hard-drive is a good solution but can take 12+ hours to complete a backup. This does the job in less than 1 hour! Really simple to use and also check that it’s not fake via the Samsung magician software etc.
I’ve now decided to buy a 2nd one so I can use them in an alternative way for back-ups then I never have a solution that could let me down badly. Definitely recommend this – plus the seller was excellent with it sent out v quick via Prime and well packaged too. It does mean if you’re not in the postie can just pop it through the letterbox without casing any damage either.
Used for photo and video storage to free up space on mobile phone.
Easy to use, lightweight Tec
Works perfectly with my MacBook as a time machine backup drive.
A bit slow to start transferring big folders but after that ok.easy to set up files and folders structure even if you have 5k of them ,Like i
Hopefully this review will help other with performance issues running VMs.
I have a 2017 iMac with a 1TB Fusion Drive and 16GB of RAM. Originally I used VMware to run Windows and started having performance issues (with Windows) around 2019. As part of a company change we moved to Parallels in 2021, however I continued to experiance slow Windows performance. The main issue I was experiencing was constant 100% Disk in Task Manager.
I Googled everything, tried numerous configuration ‘tweaks’ suggested by others all to no avail. Even Parallels have a knowledge base article tackling this but nothing they suggested worked.
By contrast, my MacBook Air run Windows beautifully with just 8GB RAM. The fact that it has an SSD drive has long had me thinking that the problem with my iMac could be the Fusion Drive, but interestingly little or no info can be found to confirm this and my ‘Mac’ runs fine, it’s only Windows I have issues with.
I eventually gave up and purchased a Samsung T7 500GB drive just to test my theory. Needless to say it has completely resolved my issue. Having migrated both Windows 10 & 11 VMs to the drive, both are now running about as fast as I could possibly want. I use a USB-C connection and read/write speeds are brilliant! Neat little thing as well. Let’s hope it has longevity
Works Well with the PS5 Great Transfer Speeds From Internal To External and Vice Versa
There is only one disadavantage of using this ssd, Im not sure if it is my computers problem but if the ssd it too close to the computer it will interfere with the wifi connections, so just make sure you place the ssd a bit futher to your computer or laptop. Other than that, its all very good, very fast, it transfered a 15GB file in under a minute for me and its super lightweigh
Having had to return a non-branded SSD because copied files were corrupted/unreadable I was nervous that the same would happen with this item. But my fears were utterly unfounded.
I could copy across at 55mb/s, which was about right for my ancient NAS drive. So 500gb of data went onto this Samsung T7 really quickly and without any problems – I’ve only dip tested about 20 of the several hundred mp4 files, but no issues identified.
It’s a very lightweight unit, about the size of a credit card – a couple of mm taller and thicker if you’re that worried about size.
Could not recommend more.
Compact and lightweight, 1TB and the SSD really shows its speed especially if your pc has a usb-c po
This drive was recommended to me by a major manufacturer of professional audio equipment.
It is an excellent SSD drive. Plug and forget. It’s also incredibly small and compact so doesn’t take up lots of desk space. I liked it so much I immediately bought another (the cool colours also help you identify it when tucked away near the computer). Oh, and I managed to drop it with no ill effects so it’s pretty robust too (thank goodness).
Great, I bought it for the PS4 as a fast SSD. The ps4 only accepts 500 and bigger so this was best option for value for money. I haven’t run out of room and happy with it being easily hidden. This one is good for ps4 playing final fantasy 14 and other games that need fast response load times
My old iMac was becoming too slow to use, so purchased this to use as a replacement external HDD (used CarbonCopy to copy old hard drive to SDD first). The difference is incredible and it now runs like a brand model. Drive is silent, fast, stays cool and can easily be attached to the supporting leg of the iMac. Have since bought another for another old iMac.
I bought this for the Mrs for Christmas to work with the Apple I-Pad air. Very impressed with the size and the capacity. Only one issue though. If you put a password on it, the I-Pad will not recognize it. When it arrived the instructions state you can add a password but this would need doing on an android device. No problem, but when you connect up to the I-Pad, it just sits there doing nothing. I eventually got round to thinking that I needed to remove the password and hey presto it works!
Let’s start with the negatives. It only goes up to 2TB and the price per TB is higher than other drives.
Having got that out of the way, my god it’s fast. Fast and stays fast. I had 5TB Segate USB 3 drive which I bought because it was quicker than my last solid state hard drive which lasted all of 38 seconds when connected to Mac Studio when it fried. Although the Segate was reliable the time it took for searches became a joke, as well as the time it took to save large files. Whereas the Mac would save at a blink of an eye, the Segate would generate the busy bar or pizza wheel. But this SAMSUNG T7 is as fast as the Mac solid state drive. There is absolutely no loss of speed. It sleeps instantly when task is finished at starts within a mili second. When I need more storage I will certainly buy another one.
This 2TB external hard drive is small and compact, making it a great option for those who need a lot of storage but don’t have much space.
The read and write performance is impressive, with average speeds of 869 MB/s for writes and 881.40 MB/s for reads when connected via USB-C.
These speeds are much faster than my previous external hard drive, which uses older 2.5 hard disk technology. While I haven’t checked the exact speeds, I’m happy as long as the drive is able to quickly transfer my backup files from my MacBook and has enough space for them.
I bought this SSD to improve the usability of my Photos Library on my MacBook M1, and it works well with Apple M1 and M2 products. While it’s too early to tell how reliable the drive will be, I’m confident in its quality since it’s a Samsung product.
Samsung drive has won numerious yearly awards for performance, price and size.
One potential downside is that the drive doesn’t come with any protective cover or case, so you might want to consider buying a travel case if you plan to take it on the go.
Additionally, the software that Samsung provides with the drive isn’t very useful and isn’t supported on Macs, although it does work well on Windows.
Overall, this is a great external hard drive and I believe it’s worth the price I paid (just over 142 on Amazon during a promotion).
Small and compact. Looks nice in blue and the price paid good for a branded 500 GB SSD. Transfer speeds seem brilliant in comparison to my last external hard drive which is old technology 2.5 hard disk, however, I have not looked at the exact speeds as it really does not matter that much to me. What’s important to me is that is really quick to transfer back up files from my MacBook and that it has the space i need to do so. One star off for the pretty useless software that Samsung provide to use with this as its really pointless and that it does not come with any form of protective cover/case. For the price it should in my opinion, however, I am still pleased and purchased a protective case separately from Amazon.
If you concidering buying a external hdd drive because of price and storage then i recommend you try this ssd storage device, it’s tiny, portable. rugged and superfast. It’s able to store all you movies, photos and play them directly off the drive just like the older hdd do but the new solid state drives has faster transfer speed and will last even longer because of no moving parts. This particular model and brand is top of the range and even though its more expensive cheap isn’t always good and good ain’t cheap. The Samsung T7 sheild is the best choice for an external drive.
Small and compact for a 2TB Drive, not sure if the price is worth (but that’s just me). I paid just over 140 after getting a 5 off promotion offer from Amazon.
My drive is almost full and the read and write performance is great. I’m getting on average 869 MB/s Write and 881.40 MB/s Read which is connected by USB-C.
I purchased the SSD as I wanted better usability for my Photos Library on my MacBook Pro, as I was running a 1.9TB Photos Library from a HDD …which was not really useable.
Time will tell on its reliability, but with it being Samsung branded I have very little concerns it will fail anytime soon…however I have it backed up just in case anything does goes wrong.
I’ve had the Samsung T7 (2Tb) for 2 years now. I love that it’s so small and lightweight, the dimension of a credit card but ~6x thicker. The data transfer is very fast. The touch security is not only great to have on the drive, but should should anyone try and use it / plug it in without the security, it appears to be empty. The downside, and the reason I’m writing this review so late, is that I’ve been having issues with what looking like battery acid crystallisation. Pictured here is the cable, my drive rack the drive has been sitting in, and the crystallisation. Great drive, but be sure your data is backed up elsewhere, too. Just in case.
Size, weight, and capacity of drive is remarkable. Optimum portability and suitability for intended task.
Can seem expensive, but actually cheaper than the same capacity of USB memory sticks, whether 1, 2, or 4. Surely also faster and more stable.
Obviously metal casing makes the T7 SSD Drive more solid too. And although small, less likely to be misplaced than memory stickS.
Overall, so far a good purchase. Time will tell, but promising.
Firstly, when I received this ssd, I immediately encountered a problem: the packaging had two cardboard compartments, and when trying to access the 2 usb cables the compartment containing the actual ssd opened unexpectedly. I narrowly avoided dropping the ssd. The drive itself is small and totally portable. The drive comes in exFAT format, I wanted to format it to FAT32. Problem number 2: Windows won’t format 2 terabytes in FAT32. Neither using the properties function, or via command prompt could I format it, I was getting an error message, volume too large. So, I went on a 2-hour search online to find software that would format the drive in FAT32. But, once I got past all that, I watched the drive soak up data. The read and write speeds are definitely impressive. Another advantage: it’s powered by USB, unlike mechanical hard disk drives, which need a plug. I’ve only had the drive a few hours, but already I’m very happy. I paid 186 euros, as there was a temporary deal, once the price comes down I’ll buy up another, the same model and capacity.