Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has today introduced its latest external storage device, the Portable Solid-State Drive (SSD) T9. It offers storage options up to 4TB, delivering fast data transfer speed and ample storage capacity, all while ensuring the reliability and convenience that the users require.

Apart from the sleek design, T9 features lightning-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface, delivering increased productivity with up to 2,000 MB/s read/write speeds. This makes T9 a worry-free choice for content creators, freeing up time for creativity.

“In a high-resolution content landscape, the T9 is the answer for professionals seeking solutions for challenges such as data management, transferring large files, and durability and performance issues. Samsung’s Portable SSD T9 empowers modern content creators by addressing those data challenges and providing memory solutions that enhance their creative aspirations,” said Puneet Sethi, Vice President, Consumer Electronics Enterprise Business, Samsung India.

Superior Performance and Massive Storage Capacity

With maximum sequential read/write speeds reaching 2,000 MB/s on the USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface, the T9 outpaces the former T7, by nearly double the speed. This means you can move a 4GB Full HD video in approximately two seconds.

Available in three different capacities – 1TB, 2TB and 4TB – the T9 caters to diverse needs of creators. It is designed for quick and frequent transfers while providing substantial storage space for large data volumes. T9’s sleek and credit-card-sized design lets users take their creative inspiration, wherever they go.

Luxury Added to Ruggedness

The T9 delivers not only functional advantages but also unique design benefits under the concept of ‘luxury added to ruggedness’.

It combines style and durability, like a high-end wallet, with its elegant design and rugged build. The T9’s rubber exterior ensures a comfortable grip, and guards against low-temperature burns.

Unmatched Reliability and Thermal Control

Backed by a five-year limited warranty and resistant to drops from heights of up to three meters, the T9 guarantees the safety and security of your invaluable data. With this assurance, creators can fearlessly embark on their most ambitious projects.

This rugged drive comes with Samsung’s Dynamic Thermal Guard technology that efficiently mitigates performance dips caused by overheating, ensuring consistent and speedy transfer rates. Additionally, the T9 complies with the international safety standard IEC 62368-1, making it the perfect choice for a wide array of demanding tasks with minimal heat generation.

Manage T9 with Samsung Magician Software 8.0

The Samsung Magician software provides an enhanced experience for users through features such as performance benchmark, security functions, firmware updates and real time health status check.

Firmware update is a very important feature for memory products, and the Magician software is ready to solve any field issues that might occur. With the new 8.0 version released in September 2023, all Samsung software such as Data migration, PSSD software and Card authentication tool will be integrated to the Magician software and the OS support range will be expanded, for Windows, Mac and Android user convenience.

Seamless Compatibility

Samsung’s Portable SSD T9 is the result of the Company’s extensive experience in SSD technology. The T9 aligns perfectly with USB Type-C power specifications, ensuring it seamlessly integrates into the workflows of professional creators.

Also, its cross-platform compatibility extends to Windows, macOS, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, and high-resolution cameras. Plus, the T9 package is complete with USB Type C-to-C and USB Type C-to-A cables.

Maximize performance with a huge buffer size and sustained video shooting

The Samsung T9 guarantees uninterrupted high-resolution video recording with its exceptional sustained write performance. It can be directly connected to an 8K or 12K high-resolution camera for seamless use.

Its TurboWrite technology ensures fast speeds during data transfer, enhancing the overall user experience. With buffer sizes that are up to three times larger than those of its competitors, the T9 is specifically optimized for content creators.

Price, Variants & Where to Buy

The Portable SSD T9 starts at a price of INR 12799 for the 1TB variant, going to up INR 33599 for the 4TB variant. It will be available at all Samsung retail stores, leading consumer electronics stores and across online platforms.

Warranty

Consumers will be offered a 5 year limited warranty on the Portable SSD T9.

1. 1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes, 1 TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Lower capacity may be demonstrated by your computer due to use of a different measurement standard.
2. Exact weight of product may vary by capacity.
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. The drop test was 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 3-meter height. ** No warranty is provided for any physical damage.
5. T9 Software’s minimum System Requirements: Windows 7 or higher, Mac OS X 10.10 or higher, Android Lollipop or higher
6. 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.
7. Please refer to the detailed warranty statement here at https://semiconductor.samsung.com/consumer-storage/support/documents/. The LED component of the T9 is warranted for five (5) years of typical use, typical use for the purposes of this warranty defined as four (4) hours of operation per day at temperatures of 40℃ or below.

All devices in the T7 Series offer a read speed of 1,050 megabytes per second (MB/s) and a write speed of 1,000 MB/s, delivering reliable high speeds up to 9.5 times faster than external hard disk drives (HDD) without degradation in performance.

Whether you’re storing critical business documents, games, or movies, the T7, T7 Touch and T7 Shield do it all in a palm-sized package. The 85-by-57-millimeter T7 and T7 Touch and 88-by-59-millimeter T7 Shield offer the user credit card-sized portability.

Optimized to be compatible across a variety of devices, including PC, Mac, Android devices and gaming consoles, the T7, T7 Touch and T7 Shield come with increased security to ensure data is protected even if the device gets lost. The T7 Touch even offers the option of unlocking with a touch of your finger or with a password, so you can keep your private files secure without sacrificing convenience.

What’s more, Samsung’s T7 Shield is its most durable PSSD yet — built to withstand falls of up to 3 meters. The T7 Shield is IP65-certified as both water and dust-resistant yet weighs a mere 98 grams, making it the perfect compact storage device for those who work on the go.

Designed to store everything from large work files to photos and videos of memorable moments, the T7 Series provides users with the ease of mind that their data is secure in devices that are built to last. Take a look at the infographic below to learn more about the groundbreaking features of the T7, T7 Touch and T7 Shield.

▲ The four men behind the development of Samsung Electronics’ T7 Shield Portable SSD: Minseok Kim, the circuit designer, Hanhong Lee, the mechanical designer, Sangjin Jung, the product planner, and Gyejin Jun, the product designer.

As video creation has become a sought-after profession, and high-resolution cameras and high-definition video have become the norm, storing data safely, easily and conveniently has become more important than ever.

In the past, external hard disk drives (HDDs), also known as hard drives, were the main type of storage device used for saving data. Nowadays, solid-state drives (SSDs) have become the preferred device for external storage due to their fast speeds, increased security, as well as their small size and light weight compared to HDDs.

Samsung Electronics, the world’s No.1 NAND flash manufacturer, has set a new standard for portable SSDs with the launch of the T7 Shield: the company’s newest portable SSD with exceptional performance, reliability and security.

To get the inside story on the development of the product, Samsung Newsroom met with the four developers of the T7 Shield: Minseok Kim, the circuit designer, Hanhong Lee, the mechanical designer, Sangjin Jung, the product planner, and Gyejin Jun, the product designer.

An SSD Above All: A Device Boasting the Industry’s Highest Level of Performance

The T7 Shield Portable SSD is equipped with the latest V-NAND technology and ultra-fast interface Non-Volatile Memory express (NVMe) controller. The main part of SSDs is the memory semiconductor, and more specifically, NAND flash memory. NAND flash is a type of non-volatile memory in which saved data is not lost even if the electricity is cut off. Since the T7 Shield is an SSD product made by Samsung, the top NAND flash manufacturer in the world, consumers can be confident in the product.

The T7 Shield is a follow-up to the T7 Touch, which was an honoree at the 2020 CES Innovation Awards. Not only does it support USB 3.2 Gen2 interface, the most commonly used interface, but it also boasts the best performance in the industry. The 2TB model’s read speed is 1,050 megabytes per second (MB/s). Similarly, the device’s Turbo Write technology provides sequential write speeds of up to 1,000 MB/s, delivering fast transfer speeds all in a device the size of a business card. “These fast speeds enable 1GB of data to be transferred in a second, so transferring a full movie file, around 4GB, with full HD picture quality only takes 4 seconds,” Jung explained.

The T7 Shield securely protects data even if the device is lost thanks to its 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware encryption. In addition, the T7 Shield comes with Samsung’s Magician software, giving users the ability to manage their device settings. This software allows users to check the performance and status of their device (such as the amount of storage used and temperature), conduct firmware updates, initialize the device and more.

Taking Durability One Step Further With Samsung’s First Waterproof and Dustproof SSD

One of the characteristics that sets the T7 Shield apart from others is that it’s waterproof and dustproof. The T7 Shield is a portable device, built to be taken wherever the user may need it. Due to potential exposure to outside elements in different environments, it’s important that the user can take their data anywhere without fear of it being lost or damaged. The T7 Shield is the first Samsung SSD that is IP65-certified as waterproof and dustproof. “An IP65 rating means that the device has an IPX5 waterproof level and an IP6X dustproof level,” Jung explained. “This means you don’t have to worry when using the T7 Shield, even if you accidentally spill water on it or if you are outside on a rainy day.”

“We were able to increase its level of waterproofing by designing the device to have silicon rubber on the exterior with a separate seal,” said Lee. “In order to provide an equal level of performance compared to our previously released products, we conduct total inspections using air pressure. The unique features of the T7 Shield will be even more noticeable in different environments.”

Even though portable SSD products are meant to be carried around, when dropped, data can sometimes be lost from the shock of the fall. However, the T7 Shield is durable enough to withstand a drop shock of up to 3 meters, 1 meter higher than the previous model. “All 4 corners of the T7 Shield have been designed to be protected with rubber, so it is more resistant to external shocks,” Lee said. “There’s no need to be afraid of your data being damaged even if you accidentally drop it while using it in your daily life.”

Power Optimization Designed To Achieve Unprecedented Performance

When using an SSD, there are two issues that may go unnoticed by most users, but pose an inconvenience for heavy users who often transfer large files: lowered performance and overheating. “Consumers were inconvenienced by the lowered performance when working with large files, but the T7 Shield has addressed this through power optimization,” Kim said. “Now, consumers can use the device without experiencing much difference in performance even when storage is full.”

Usually, when a device provides high speeds, it heats up as a result. Some may think that in order to maintain performance when transferring large files, the device needs to generate more heat. However, this is not the case with the T7 Shield. “We’ve minimized heat generation through an optimized power design,” said Kim.

Additionally, the surface of the device is made of a rubber material that has low thermal conductivity, helping users to comfortably handle the device with minimal heat transfer. “We’ve designed the device in line with safety standards so that the amount of heat the device produces is safe even when transferring very large files,” Kim said.

The T7 Shield is compatible with a variety of devices, including PC, Mac, Android smartphones and gaming consoles. It also comes with the two types of USB-C cables (C-to-C and C-to-A), allowing users to connect it to other devices. “Older device specifications, like USB 2.0, support lower electricity, so it was difficult to achieve compatibility across these devices,” said Kim. “But the T7 Shield detects the connected USB accessory and adjusts the device’s power accordingly.”

A Robust, Sophisticated Design and Various Colors for All Customer Preferences

The main eye-catching feature of the T7 Shield is its robust and sophisticated design. In particular, the curves of the exterior and its detailed texture display a modern vibe, while the rubber surface makes holding the device feel more secure. Unlike other SSD products that are rough and hard to handle, the T7 Shield provides users with comfort and stability.

“Since SSDs are always used in connection with other devices, achieving harmony is important,” Jun said. “We tried to make the T7 series adaptable to any environment while maintaining the identity of the series. We tried to strike the right balance in order to make the unique charm of the T7 Shield stand out even more,” he explained.

The T7 Shield comes in two sizes, 1TB and 2TB, and in three colors. “We offer the basic color black to represent the unique waterproof and dustproof qualities of the T7 Shield,” said Jun. “We also offer blue as it represents water, and we also offer beige, which represents soft sand. Users have these options to choose from according to their preference.” The product is also more eco-conscious. The amount of packaging materials used has been reduced by a third compared to those of the T5, the predecessor to the T7 Shield, and greenhouse gas emissions have been minimized during the manufacturing process.

Providing an Enhanced and Ultra-Fast External Storage Experience Based on Reliability

When asked to describe the T7 Shield in one word, Lee chose “reliability.” He explained that the device is “reliable both in terms of convenience and durability, as it can be easily connected to other devices through its high performance and compatibility, and its shock-resistant design safely protects precious data.”

What kind of consumers is the T7 Shield best for? “It can be the best option for all kinds of consumers, including experts who often engage in outdoor activities, such as video producers and photographers, gamers who play the latest large-scale games, as well as consumers who deal with high-definition videos,” said Jung. “Personally, rather than singling out a certain consumer group, I’d like to strongly recommend the T7 Shield to all consumers who are very serious about data storage.”

Safely storing data is the main function of portable SSDs, meaning the level of trust and confidence in the device among users is crucial. Samsung has built consumer confidence in its products in the global market and has led the portable SSD market. Stay tuned to see how Samsung continues to develop industry leading innovations going forward.

Speed

The key factor that makes SSDs more efficient than HDDs is speed. With SSD you can save time as any action performed on it is much quicker whether it’s storing a file or transferring it. The Samsung Portable T7 Touch SSD comes with a read speed of 1050 MB/s and a write speed of 1000 MB/s^1, which is almost 9.5 times faster than external HDDs^2. While the HDD gives just storage, the SSD serves storage and speed on the same plate!

Portability

Unlike HDD, SSDs are smaller in size. SSDs are ideal for people who are constantly on the go between work, play and passion. The Samsung Portable SSD T7 Touch, for example, is 3.3 x 2.2 x 0.3 inches in size and weighs as less as 58 grams. You can just slip it in your pocket!

Power

The crucial difference between the SSD and HDD is its start-up efficiency. The HDD is mechanical in nature and therefore has a slightly lower start-up efficiency and requires more power for the magnetic disks to rotate. On the other hand, better start-up efficiency and smaller size of SSDs attributes to lesser power consumption. Their non-mechanical construction translates to better battery life.

Shock resistance

HDDs are made of moving parts which makes them prone to failure if dropped. This, however, is not the case with SSDs. Since SSDs are made of non-moving semiconductor components, they provide durability to your content which is significantly better than HDDs.

Security

Though the SSDs are comparatively new, the innovation in them has been rapidly progressing. Some SSDs come with special security features that make sure your data is secure. The Samsung Portable SSD T7 Touch adds another layer of security to your data with the built-in fingerprint recognition sensor in addition to password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption.

Check out Samsung’s Portable SSD T7 Touch here:

^1. Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum read/write 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(R) Core i7-8700K CPU @ 3.70GHz (Coffeelake), OS-Windows 10 RS6.

As the world leader in advanced memory technology, Samsung Electronics produces a wide range of SSDs that offer users the performance they need to take their PC experience to the next level. In this article, we’ll walk you through the types of SSDs you’ll find in the company’s catalog – including Consumer, portable and data center SSDs – help you pick the right one for your needs, and show you how a relatively small upgrade can make a big difference.

1. Consumer SSDs

Whereas HDDs have high-risk moving parts and fragmented files that can bottleneck speeds, NAND flash-based SSDs, such as Samsung’s 860 Series and the 970 EVO Plus, feature no moving parts to slow you down.

Let’s take a closer look at some of Samsung’s standout options.

The Jack-Of-All-Trades Drive: the 860 EVO

If you’re in the market for an SSD that’s fast, reliable and easy on the wallet, we’d recommend the 860 EVO.

Featuring Samsung’s V-NAND technology, 10nm mobile DRAM, sequential read and write speeds of up to 550MB/s and 520MB/s, respectively, and up to four times faster boot speeds than conventional HDDs, the 860 EVO is the ideal option for PC and laptop users who are interested in enhancing their computer’s everyday performance.

The 860 EVO’s fast transfers and all-round premium specs make multi-tasking a breeze, and transform everything from browsing the web to document management, to video editing and online gaming.

The Bang-For-Buck Option: the 860 QVO

PC users who are interested in a high-quality, high-capacity SSD at a reasonable price point should look no further than Samsung’s 860 QVO.

When it comes to storing terabytes (TB) worth of data, PC users have historically turned to HDDs because they saw high-capacity SSDs as being too expensive. That all changes with the 860 QVO – a terabyte SSD that delivers faster, more stable performance than conventional HDDs, at a price point that won’t break the bank.

The 860 QVO comes with Samsung’s latest 4-bit MLC NAND flash technology, as well as a new, SATA-optimized MJX controller, and offers sequential read and write speeds of up to 550 MB/s and 520MB/s, respectively. This makes the 860 QVO’s speed comparable to that of the conventional 3-bit SATA SSDs.

The 4TB 860 QVO costs $549.99, while the 2TB and 1TB models cost $259.99 and $129.99, respectively.

The Professionals’ Choice: the 970 EVO Plus

If you were looking to build the fastest computer in the world, the 970 EVO Plus would be the SSD you’d need to help make it happen.

Featuring blazing-fast sequential read and write speeds of up to 3,500MB/s and 3,300MB/s, respectively – which makes this drive approximately six times faster than conventional SATA SSDs – the 970 EVO Plus offers the fastest speeds among NVMe-based (non-volatile memory express) M.2 SSDs. With peak random read and write speeds of 620,000 and 560,000 input/output operations per second (IOPS), the 970 EVO Plus is capable of storing a (3.6GB) full HD movie file in a single second.

The 970 EVO Plus features, among other innovations, Samsung’s V-NAND technology, a powerful Phoenix controller that’s coated with nickel for enhanced heat protection, Intelligent TurboWrite technology for faster sequential write speeds, and reliable autonomous temperature management.

The SSD’s game-changing speeds and premium specs make it the perfect choice for tech enthusiasts, hardcore gamers, and professionals who require a drive that offers unrivaled performance, superior reliability, and best-in-class capacity – whether it be for playing high-performance games like Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds, or running professional video editing or 3D modeling software.

 2. Portable SSDs

Super-fast portable SSDs like Samsung’s Portable SSD T5 and Portable SSD X5 offer you the freedom to take your entertainment, coursework and games with you wherever you go. They’re designed to easily slide into a pocket or purse, and they offer tons of storage as well as fast data transfers to laptops, smartphones, game consoles and more.¹

For Those with a Need for Speed: the Portable SSD T5

The Portable SSD T5 offers users the perfect blend of speed and style.

Featuring Samsung’s V-NAND flash technology and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 supports rapid transfers of 4K videos, movies, graphic-intensive games and more, and boasts greater speed and stronger security than cloud storage alternatives.

Peak transmission speeds of up to 540MB/s make the T5 roughly five times faster than external HDDs, and with its compact form, it’s as small as a credit card. The SSD is available in a variety of stylish colors, and features an aluminum body that’s not only luxurious to the touch, but durable enough to withstand the bumps and drops that come with everyday use.²

The T5 is perfect for those who’d like to supplement their laptop or game console’s limited storage without compromising performance. The T5’s fast speeds ensure that programs and games installed on the drive run smoothly, and its compatibility with portable devices including Android-based smartphones allows users to enjoy seamless data transfers when they’re on the go.

The Creators’ Choice: the Portable SSD X5

In an era where people are constantly creating and sharing dynamic content, technology that supports fast data transfers has become more necessary than ever.

Samsung’s Portable SSD X5 was built with the revolutionary Thunderbolt 3 interface, which supports the fastest data read and write speeds currently available. The X5 leverages technological synergies between Thunderbolt 3 and NVMe technologies to offer users remarkably fast performance.

The SSD features maximum read and write speeds of 2,800MB and 2,300MB, respectively, and is capable of storing a high resolution (20GB) 4K UHD video in just 12 seconds. That’s over 25 times faster than conventional HDDs. The X5’s premium specs also mean that content creators who run video and image-editing programs directly through their drive will enjoy the level of fast, stable performance they need to do what they do best.

3. Data Center SSDs

It’s not just consumers and professionals who are reaping the benefits that come with making the switch to Samsung SSDs. Enterprises, too, are utilizing Samsung’s solutions to add efficiency to their data centers’ server systems.

The Budget-Friendly Option: the 860 DCT

SSDs utilized in enterprise data centers need to be durable enough to operate at a high level 24 hours a day, and engineered to meet the evolving needs of today’s small and medium businesses (SMBs). Samsung Electronics offers a diverse lineup of SSDs that cater to a wide range of budgets, and offer SMBs fast, reliable performance, high capacities, and of course, enterprise-class security.

Samsung’s 860 DCT is a solid option for businesses who are interested in lowering their data centers’ TCO (total cost of ownership), as it’s more cost-effective in this area than HDDs. It’s optimized mainly for ‘read intensive’ systems, available in capacities ranging from 940GB to 3.84TB, and ideal for content delivery network systems.

Other entries in Samsung’s data center SSD lineup include the 883 DCT, 983 DCT and 983 ZET. Together, the SSDs in this comprehensive portfolio allow businesses to choose the device that suits their unique needs.

¹ Compatibility with host devices may vary.

² During Samsung’s internal tests, the T5 was shown to safely withstand drops of up to two meters (6.6 feet).