Samsung’s T7 Portable SSD is a popular choice for quick, solid-state digital storage in the realm of portable storage solutions. We used the Samsung T7 Touch extensively during our review a few years ago. The T7 Shield is a new model of the device that Samsung has recently released. Here is a review and account of how we used it.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield USB-C to A cable
- Cable USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C to C
- Guide for Quick Starts and Warranty Statement
- In the drive itself is inbuilt drive management software.
Specifications
- Capacity: 1TB
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen.2 (10Gbps)
- Dimension (WxHxD): 59mm x 88mm x 13mm
- Weight: 98g
- Transfer Speed: Sequential Read: Up to 1,050MB/s, Sequential Write: Up to 1,000 MB/s
- Protection: IP65 rated dust and water resistance and up to 3-meter drop resistant
- UASP Mode: Supported
- Encryption: AES 256-bit hardware encryption
- Security: Samsung Portable SSD Software 1.0, Samsung Magician Software (Pre-loaded in the drive)
- Certification: CE, BSMI, KC, VCCI, C-tick, FCC, IC, UL, TUV, CB, EAC, UKCA, BIS
- RoHS Compliance: RoHS2
- Warranty: Limited 3-year warranty
Pricing and availability
The cost of the Samsung T7 Shield is Rs. 12,999 for the 1TB variant and Rs. 22,999 for the 2TB model. It is accessible at all Samsung retail locations, well-known retailers of consumer electronics, and throughout
Design
The T7 Shield obviously has a more tough appearance despite the fact that the standard T7 and T7 Touch have a comparable design. The drive’s exterior mainly consists of a rubber jacket that cannot be removed, shielding an interior metal enclosure. The jacket provides enough protection and is one of the main factors in the drive’s rating to withstand drops of up to three metres.
Additionally, the jacket offers good grip, which is particularly helpful in some circumstances. The jacket has some logos, but that’s about it. The drive is available in three colors—Black, Blue, and Beige—and the only thing that alters is the jacket’s shade. The rubber used to make the jacket makes It rejects fingerprints and does not pick up any nicks or scrapes.
The USB Type-C port and a Drive status LED are located on the inside of the metal container on one side. There is a lot of regulatory information on the opposite side. Any USB Type-C cable can be used to connect to the drive, but for the fastest performance, I would suggest using the cables that come with the drive.
Performance and Transfers Speeds
The USB Type-C port and a Drive status LED are located on the inside of the metal container on one side. There is a lot of regulatory information on the opposite side. Any USB Type-C cable can be used to connect to the drive, but for the fastest performance, I would suggest using the cables that come with the drive.
Both a Windows laptop and a Windows desktop computer with USB 3.2 Gen 2 connections were used to test the drive. For read operations, we saw rates between 940 and 980 MB/s, while for write operations, we saw speeds between 950 and 990 MB/s. The pace of transfers in the real world can vary depending on the programme, the type of file, and the port’s physical limitations.
I received roughly 700MB/s in read speeds and 570MB/s in write rates when sending a 7GB.mp4 file. The read and write speeds may be slower when sending smaller files, such photos. Although there are other system limitations impacting the speed, this is not truly a drive limitation.
Conclusion
For anyone looking for a high-end, quick, and secure portable storage option, Samsung’s T7 was already an easy recommendation. Simple durability and a tough design are all that the T7 Shield adds to it. The T7 Shield is a fantastic option for anyone who are travelling, conducting fieldwork outside, or who are videographers or photographers and need a reliable portable drive.
The standard T7 SSD is still a great option for people who still want the performance of the T7 drive but don’t care about the robust exterior.
