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The verdict
SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD
500+ bought last month
ColorBlue
MemoryStorageCapacity1 TB
OVERPRICED.
The Samsung T7 is a portable external solid state drive that holds up to 1TB of files and transfers data at speeds around 1,050 MB/s, making it roughly twice as fast as older Samsung models. It's built tough with an aluminum body and can survive drops from 6 feet, so it works well for people who move files around a lot, edit video, or need reliable backup storage that fits in a bag.
$229.99Above its usual price
Amazon price history via Keepa · checked 16d ago · confirm on Amazon
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The read
What's actually worth knowing.
- You need a device with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support to actually hit those top speeds. Older computers or phones will work but transfer much slower.
- It's compatible with PCs, Macs, iPhones, Android phones, and gaming consoles, though some devices may need reformatting before use.
- The drive gets warm during heavy use but Samsung says it stays below safe operating temperatures under normal conditions.
As of Aug 16, the SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD is overpriced at $229.99 — versus a $200.14 typical price and a $60.04 12-month low, based on Amazon's own price history.
Its price this year
This price is off the chart.
Sale check Amazon shows “16% off,” measured against a $275 “list price” it doesn't charge. Its usual price is $200 — real discount ≈ 0%.
Prices from Amazon.com · Data sourced from Keepa
The specs
Down to the details.
- Dimensions
- 3.3 × 2.2 × 0.3 in
- Weight
- 0.13 lb
- Colour
- Blue
- Size
- 1TB
- Special features
- Portable
- In the box
- USB Cable