“For consumers who are looking for substitutes for traditional hard disk drives (HDDs), the T5 EVO — offering the largest-available capacity along with speed and durability in a compact design that fits in the palm of your hand — is an innovative, new external storage option,” said Hangu Sohn, Vice President of the Memory Brand Product Biz Team at Samsung Electronics. “The T5 EVO is built to fulfill the needs of a wide range of consumers with diverse lifestyles. Its capacity of up to 8TB, fast speeds, compact design and data protection from external shocks are well-suited for users who want to store and access data anywhere, anytime.”

Based on USB 3.2 Gen 1, the T5 EVO transfers data up to 3.8 times faster than external HDDs and delivers maximum performance through sequential read and write speeds of up to 460 megabytes per second (MB/s), making it easier to transfer large files.

Enhanced Portability and Ergonomic Design

The design concept of T5 EVO is “Compact and Light Ergonomic.” The portable SSD is engineered to provide a new experience with an ergonomic design that deviates from the size of a business card for the first time while still maintaining compact and light features. It measures 95mm in width, 40mm in length and 17mm in thickness, meaning consumers can have an 8TB portable storage device that is small enough to hold in one hand. This combination of compact size and large memory provides users with faster speeds, equivalent capacity and a smaller, lighter body — when compared to an external HDD. At 102 grams, the carefully designed weight of the product creates a sense of trust in its sturdiness as well.

The T5 EVO also has a black body and a titan gray ring, giving it a premium and sleek feeling with similar colors, and blends in naturally when placed with other host devices that are gray in color. The T5 EVO can be easily fastened to any bag or piece of luggage thanks to its metal ring design. Furthermore, its metal body and rubberized surface provide extra protection against external shocks — including from drops of up to two meters.

Store Millions of Photos and Songs With Speed and Ease

Even with its convenient design, the T5 EVO does not compromise capacity. With storage capabilities of up to 8TB of data, the T5 EVO can accommodate large files, high-resolution videos, photos and games, making it suitable for work and play. An 8TB T5 EVO can store more than 2 million 3.5-megabyte (MB) photos, 1.8 million 4MB music files, or 3,500 2-gigabyte (GB) videos.

Prioritizes Safety Through Thermal Guard Protection

The new Portable SSD prioritizes safety through thermal guard technology and security with hardware data encryption. Samsung’s Dynamic Thermal Guard technology safeguards against overheating and maintains optimal operating temperatures, in compliance with international safety standard IEC 62368-1. Moreover, the portable SSD supports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256-bit hardware data encryption, giving users assurance and confidence when storing data.

Extensive Compatibility for a Wide Range of Users

The T5 EVO is compatible with a range of operating systems and host devices, such as macOS^®, Windows^®, smartphones/tablets, and gaming consoles. The T5 EVO also features Samsung Magician software, which provides a comprehensive set of drive management features, including real-time drive health check, genuine authentication check feature, performance benchmark and firmware updates.

The T5 EVO — available in 2TB, 4TB and 8TB sizes — comes with a USB Type-C-to-C cable and includes a three-year limited warranty. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) are $189.99 for the 2TB, $349.99 for the 4TB and $649.99 for the 8TB. The T5 EVO is available worldwide starting today. For more information, visit https://samsung.com/portable-ssd.

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Product Specifications
Interface	USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Hardware Information	Capacities1		2TB	4TB	8TB
	Dimensions2		40 x 95 x 17mm
	Weight2		102 grams
Performance	Sequential Read3		Up to 460 MB/sec
	Sequential Write3		Up to 460 MB/sec
Durability	Drop Resistant4		Up to 2m
Security	Encryption		AES 256-bit hardware encryption
	Software5		Samsung Magician Software
Compatibility	Operating System6		Windows®, macOS®, Android
	Device6		PCs, Laptops, Tablets, Smartphones
Reliability	Temperature7	Operating	0°C to 60°C
		Non-Operating	-40°C to 85°C
	Humidity		5% to 95% non-condensing
	Shock	Non-Operating	1,500G, duration: 0.5ms, 3 axis
	Vibration	Non-Operating	20~2,000Hz, 20G
Certifications			CE, BSMI, KC, VCCI, RCM, FCC, IC, UL, TUV, CB, EAC, UKCA, BIS
RoHS Compliance			RoHS 2
Warranty8			Three (3) Year Limited Warranty

¹ 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.
² The actual product weight and size may vary depending on the product’s capacity and measurement method.
³ Max data transfer speed is measured based on Samsung’s internal testing standards with the enclosed cable. Performance may vary depending on host configuration, cable and user system environment.
⁴ Based on an internal free fall shock test conducted under controlled conditions. Drop resistance may vary depending on the actual environmental conditions. Damage caused by drop is not covered under warranty.
* Test condition: Device was dropped free-fall to a metal plate from 2-meter height.
** No warranty is provided for any physical damage to the product including bending or deformation of the ring.
⁵ Samsung Magician software is available in Windows^®, macOS^® and Android. It requires Windows^® 7 and higher, macOS^® High Sierra (10.13.6) and higher, or Android 5.1 (Lollipop) and higher. Older versions of the Windows^®, macOS^®, and Android operating systems may not be supported.
⁶ Compatibility with host devices may vary. Some operating systems may require T5 EVO reformatting. T5 EVO is backward compatible with USB 3.1, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0
⁷ Tc is measured at the hottest point on the case. Sufficient airflow is recommended to be operated properly on heavier workload within device operating temperature.
⁸ For more information on the warranty, please visit https://semiconductor.samsung.com/consumer-storage/support/warranty

In a typical city in a normal December, the streets would be full of people getting ready to celebrate the end of the year. Needless to say, this December has been quite different. This year, many of us are spending the last few days of the year enjoying quality time with family, playing video games, streaming our favorite content, and taking part in other quiet activities at home.

Although it’s simply not possible given the current situation, at this time of year, we long to spend time with those we care about face-to-face. By offering generous storage space, and by making it quick and easy to share photos and videos from the safety of home, memory technologies make for great year-end gifts. Read on for a comprehensive guide on picking out the perfect Samsung SSD or SD card to suit your or your loved ones’ needs.

The Perfect Gifts for Creators in the Age of Video Communication: PRO|EVO Plus SD Cards, Portable SSD X5

As times have changed, so too have our methods of recording and sharing memories. Members of Generation Z tend to share their everyday lives not with photographs, but with videos. Content creators who express themselves through unique videos and graphics require high-performance SSDs and SD cards that are capable of quickly processing and storing their detailed work.

If you’re new to shooting high-resolution videos, you may be surprised to find out just how much storage space is required to save them. Samsung’s PRO Plus and EVO Plus SD cards offer users the freedom to shoot and store long videos without worrying about storage capacity.

Designed for professionals, the PRO Plus supports dynamic and continuous high-resolution video recording, with maximum read and write speeds of 100MB/s and 90MB/s, respectively. The EVO Plus, meanwhile, supports steady, continuous recording and 4K video playback¹ with UHS (Ultra High Speed) Class3. Both products offer storage capacities of up to 256GB and allow you to record videos in extreme environments thanks to their built-in resistance to water and high temperatures.²

An efficient editing process is a key part of creating dynamic videos. Samsung’s Portable SSD X5, a NAND flash-based external storage solution, implements Thunderbolt 3 for external connections, and utilizes the NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) interface to maximize processing speeds for internal operations. The SSD is capable of supporting read speeds of up to 2,800MB/s and write speeds of 2,300MB/s, which is up to 25.5 times faster than conventional external HDDs (Hard Disk Drives).

Such high speeds allow users to transfer a 20GB high-resolution 4K UHD video in just 12 seconds. This makes the X5 perfect for recording high-quality content at various end-of-the-year events, such as virtual Christmas parties and celebrations at home.

The Perfect Gifts for Office Workers Who Want to Work Smarter at Home: SSD 860 EVO, Portable SSD T7 Touch

For those who work remotely, an SSD is an ideal gift. Not only do SSDs allow users to enhance their work efficiency with faster speeds, but they also offer robust security and data safety.

Providing fast processing speeds, along with optimum data safety and compatibility, Samsung’s 860 EVO is an ideal storage solution for office workers. The 860 EVO supports read and write speeds of up to 550MB/s and 520MB/s, respectively, which makes it perfect for multitasking. The SSD breezes through basic tasks like word processing and internet browsing with ease, and its high speeds make it excellent at managing various tasks simultaneously.

With SSDs, speed is key. However, when it comes to managing various types of data, security is also very important. To safeguard users’ data, Samsung’s Portable SSD T7 Touch offers fingerprint recognition, in addition to conventional password-based security. Data is protected using AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) hardware encryption, while the NVMe interface enables the T7 Touch to support read and write speeds of up to 1,050MB/s and 1,000MB/s, respectively. This SSD allows you to work without difficulties, and will help you save data quickly, safely and comfortably as you celebrate the end of the year.

The Perfect Gift for Those Who Enjoy Gaming, Camping and Other Hobbies: NVMe SSD 980 PRO, Portable SSD T7

In a typical year, rather than face big crowds at annual holiday and New Year’s events, many people prefer to spend the end of the year enjoying activities like gaming or camping with friends or family. For gamers who desire smooth, lag-free gameplay, Samsung’s 980 PRO SSD is the perfect gift. And for city dwellers who like to escape to the quiet of the great outdoors every now and then, but do not want to miss any of their favorite content, the Portable SSD T7 is an optimal choice.

One of the chief obstacles to enjoying immersive gameplay are lengthy load times. Built for the next generation of consumers, the 980 PRO is an NVMe SSD that features the fourth generation of the PCle interface. With support for high-performance bandwidth and throughput, the 980 PRO is capable of rapidly processing a wide range of tasks, including everything from gaming and graphics to data analysis.

The 980 PRO’s maximum read and write speeds of 7,000MB/s and 5,000MB/s allow you to game for longer, with faster load times. The SSD also benefits from the addition of Samsung’s thermal control solution, which solves the problem of overheating during long gaming sessions. The controller’s nickel coating and heat-dissipating film, along with Dynamic Thermal Guard technology, efficiently manage the chip’s temperature, ensuring stable performance during extended use.

If you carry electronics while camping or hiking, you’ll need to be careful not to drop and damage your devices. This makes durability an important factor for those who partake in such activities.

Thankfully, Samsung’s Portable SSD T7 has been designed to combine advanced processing speeds with a level of durability that exceeds those of conventional external HDDs. The SSD is also 9.5 times faster than conventional HDDs, with maximum read and write speeds of 1,050MB/s and 1,000MB/s. The device’s metal casing is capable of protecting data from falls of up to two meters. Weighing in at just 58 grams and featuring a small form that fits comfortably in your hand, the T7 is highly portable, which means it won’t weigh you down when you’re hiking through the woods.

The Perfect Gifts for Those Who Want to Keep Their Cherished Memories Safe: SSD 870 QVO, Portable SSD T5, EVO Plus MicroSD Card

Perhaps more than anything, the end of the year is a time for cherishing loved ones. By allowing them to safely store photos and videos long-term, and by making it easy to enjoy cherished memories whenever they like, memory cards can be special gifts for family members who live far away.

Over the years, photo quality has increased exponentially. Now, our images contain an incredible amount of detail, which means that saving memories with high-quality photos can require a huge amount of storage space.

Samsung’s SSD 870 QVO is the first consumer SATA SSD to support up to 8TB of storage. One of its key advantages is that it allows you to expand your PC or laptop’s maximum storage capacity while maintaining high performance. The SSD also features Samsung’s Intelligent TurboWrite technology, which allows for sequential read and write speeds of up to 560MB/s and 530MB/s, respectively, which are the maximum implementation speeds supported by the SATA interface. Compared to conventional HDDs and SSDs with lower storage capacities, the 870 QVO is more advanced in terms of both data storage and operation.

If you are looking for a portable SSD that can transfer content quickly, Samsung’s Portable SSD T5 could be just what you need. Offering support for transfers of up to 540MB/s – up to 4.9 times faster than typical external HDDs – the T5 is capable of quickly and safely storing 4K videos, high-resolution photos, and large amounts of graphic files. The SSD also benefits from an ‘on-the-go’ function that enables it to seamlessly connect and exchange data directly with smartphones, tablet computers, and other Android-based portable devices without the need for a PC. This makes it that much easier to share photos, videos and memories with others.

Samsung’s EVO Plus microSD card is compatible with everything from smartphones and tablet computers to action cameras, which makes it an excellent gift for enjoying content on various devices. The EVO Plus lineup allows you to enhance your device with up to 512GB of storage, which is more than enough space to store plenty of high-quality content.

The 512GB model is capable of storing up to 24 hours of 4K UHD video, 78 hours of Full HD video, or approximately 150,300 photos. Read and write speeds of up to 100MB/s and 90MB/s, respectively, allow you to store photos and videos faster, while an included SD adaptor expands the EVO Plus compatibility to more devices.

You worked hard this year, so why not treat yourself or a loved one with an SSD or a memory card that makes it easy to store and share your most precious memories?

¹ 4K UHD video playback is supported only by the 128GB and 256GB EVO Plus SD cards. Host device compatibility may vary.

² Includes protection from: 1) Water: saltwater and depths of up to 1m for up to 72hrs; 2) Temperatures: operating temperatures ranging from -25℃ to 85℃, and non-operating temperatures ranging from -40℃ to 85℃; 3) X-rays: up to 100mGy (equivalent to most airport X-ray machines); 4) Magnets: up to 15,000 gauss; 5) Shocks: up to 1,500Gs (a G is a unit of gravitational acceleration); 6) Drops: capable of withstanding drops of up to 5 meters (16.4 feet); 7) Wearout: capable of withstanding up to 10,000 swipes.

※ Samsung is not liable for any i) damages and/or loss of data or ii) expenses incurred from memory card data recovery.

This year, WCG returned to the international stage after a six-year hiatus, making it a highly anticipated event for e-sports fans all around the world. Qualification matches have been held online by region all over the world since March, and those who advanced were invited to the WCG 2019 Grand Final, hosted from July 18-21 in Xian, China.

On top of its official sponsorship of WCG 2019, Samsung operated a 595 square meter Samsung Exhibition at the event for visitors to explore.

The 2019 World Cyber Games captivates audiences in Xian, China

Samsung Electronics SSD will also be participating in the games show China Joy in August, as well as the Tokyo Game Show this September, two games shows that make up half of the top four global game industry events. At these two events, Samsung Electronics SSD will also set up exhibition booths for visitors to enjoy a series of events, video streams and pro-gamer competition matches.

Samsung is pursuing these partnerships with global gaming shows due to the suitability of their Solid State Drives (SSDs) for the gaming industry. Take a look at the video below, produced by Samsung to showcase the industry-leading performance and speed of its SSDs, to see main character Bike overcome competitors and other obstacles by collecting Samsung SSD products.

Compared to traditional HDDs, Samsung’s SATA SSDs boost performance by up to 4 times, extract files 3 times faster and copy photos 10 times faster. For instance, it takes only 31 seconds for SDDs to extract a 4.7GB movie, while this same process takes over 3 times as long – 96 seconds – using HDDs. Accordingly, users playing high-spec games are increasingly adopting SSDs. Samsung’s V-NAND flash-based SSD (860 PRO/EVO/QVO) provides players with a fully immersive game-playing environment thanks to the overall boost it gives to PC performance. The benefits to this SSD include high-speed game loading times, low latency and seamless in-game responsiveness, even when multitasking.

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus is an SSD designed for games that support 4K or Direct X12, which call on PCs to handle the download of large files along with increased disk input/output operations. The Samsung NVMe SSD 970 EVO Plus can significantly increase the speed of such demanding games; according to Samsung’s internal test results, game loading is reduced between 7 to 37% when using an NWMe SSD compared to SATA drives.

The Samsung Portable SSD T5 can be applied to a gaming console, offering not only a fast loading speed but also the increase of a console’s storage space up to 2TB. Samsung internal testing showed that when using the Portable SSD T5, users enjoyed a significantly faster game loading speed compared to when using an external HDD.

(From left to right) 860EVO, 970 EVO Plus, Potable SSD T5