Samsung: Availability of T7 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable Up to 2TB SSD
$110 for 500GB, $200 for 1TB, and $370 for 2TB
This is a Press Release edited by StorageNewsletter.com on May 27, 2020 at 2:22 pmThe Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.‘s T7 portable SSD is available for purchase in 500GB, 1TB and 2TB capacities.
Compatible with devices across a range of brands and OSs, it keeps data secure thanks to password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption.
The drive comes in metallic red, indigo blue, and titan grey finishes to match anyone’s style whether at home or on-the-go.
Following the release of the T7 Touch portable SSD in January, the T7 is available. It combines sleek, compact design with a transfer speed based on the USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard. The business card-sized portable SSD can be slipped into nearly any pocket.
It is an everyday storage companion for those looking to save video and photo content from a variety of USB-compatible devices. It saves time with fast transfer speeds, and gives data security features.
It offers a speed upgrade over previous storage solutions. With a read speed of 1,050MB/s and a write speed of 1,000MB/s (1), it is approximately twice as fast as its predecessor, the T5, and up to 9.5 times faster than external HDDs (2). Moreover, the device can reach its maximum speed when used with the NVMe interface. With these speeds, the T7 can help improve daily workflow and save valuable time for digital creative professionals.
To ensure reliable connectivity with any compatible device, the drive comes with a USB Type-C-to-C cable and a USB Type-C-to-A cable, and is compatible with Windows, Mac and Android OSs. Security is also included with password-protected AES 256-bit hardware encryption.
The device features an upgrade from previous versions with an aluminum case that’s shock resistant from drops up to 2 meters. It also includes a 3-year limited warranty.
The T7 external SSD is available at select retailers nationwide and the company’s website starting at $109.99 for 500GB, $199.99 for 1TB, and $369.99 for 2TB.
[1] Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum R/W speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.2 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.
[2] Based on internal test results compared to a Samsung external HDD 1TB (HX-MTD10EA). Test system configuration: ASUS Z370 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX (USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C), Intel Core i7-8700K CPU @3.70GHz (Coffeelake), OS-Windows 10 RS6.
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