Samsung Portable USB-C SSD T5 Up to 2TB

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. announced the portable SSD T5 – a portable SSD (PSSD) that raises the bar for the performance of external memory products.

The T5, built with company’s latest 64-layer V-NAND technology, delivers transfer speeds with encrypted data security in a compact and durable design, making it easier for consumers to access their most valuable data anywhere, at any time.

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“Samsung has been pushing the envelope of what is possible in portable storage and solid state drives for years, and the Portable SSD T5 continues our legacy of leadership and innovation,” said Un-Soo Kim, SVP, brand product marketing, memory business, Samsung Electronics. “We are confident that the T5 will exceed consumers’ expectations for external storage by offering faster speeds and a solid design that is lightweight and conveniently pocket-sized. It is the ideal portable storage product for consumers and professionals who are in search of a fast, durable and secure device.“

Delivering up to 540MB/s ⁽¹⁾ – up to 4.9 times faster ⁽²⁾ than external HDD products – the T5 is designed for content creators, business and IT professionals as well as mainstream consumers to give instant, easy access to data. Also, it is smaller than an average business card at 74×57.3×10.5 mm (3.0×2.3×0.4 inches) and lightweight at 51 grams, fitting in the palm of your hand. The aluminum exterior comes in two distinct metal finishes – Deep Black (1TB and 2TB models) and Alluring Blue (250 and 500GB models).

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With no moving parts and a shock-resistant internal frame, the T5 offers users peace of mind as it can withstand accidental drops of up to two meters (6.6 feet) ⁽³⁾. The Portable SSD Software ⁽⁴⁾ for PCs and Macs based on the AES 256-bit hardware data encryption makes it easy to configure security settings and receive the latest firmware and software updates.

A mobile app ⁽⁵⁾ is available for Android smartphones and tablets for further convenience.

In addition, the T5 includes two connection cables – USB-C to C and USB-C to A – for enhanced compatibility across numerous devices. ⁽⁶⁾

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The T5 comes with a three-year limited warranty and is available with a MSRP starting at $129.99 for the 250GB model.

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⁽¹⁾ Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum transfer speeds of 540 MB/s, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and UASP mode must be enabled.
⁽²⁾ Based on internal test results compared to an external HDD 500GB. Test system configuration: Asus Strix Z270E Gaming motherboard, Core i5-7600 @3. GHz, DDR4 1,066MHz 4 GB, OS-Windows 10 x64, Performance measurements based on CrystalDiskMark 5.2.1.
⁽³⁾ The internal free fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions.
⁽⁴⁾ Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac, and Android OSs may not be supported. Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection.
⁽⁵⁾ Android app available on Google Play.
⁽⁶⁾ Compatibility with host devices may vary. Some OSs may require T5 reformatting. Compatible devices list
⁽⁷⁾ 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes, 1TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Lower capacity may be demonstrated by your computer due to its use of a different measurement standard.
⁽⁸⁾ Exact weight of product may vary by capacity.
⁽⁹⁾ Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of Windows, Mac and Android OSs may not be supported. Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection. Available on Google Play.
⁽¹⁰⁾ Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any loss, including but not limited to loss of data or other information contained on Samsung Electronics product or loss of profit or revenue which may be incurred by user.