Samsung T5 1TB Portable SSD for Work and Backups

Detailed overview

Samsung T5 1TB portable SSD overview

The Samsung T5 is a compact external solid-state drive for carrying files and expanding storage on compatible computers. This listing is for the 1TB version; confirm capacity and included cables before buying. The product photo illustrates the T5 family and may show a different capacity or color.

Speed and connections

Samsung quotes read speeds of up to 540 MB/s. Actual transfers vary with the computer, USB port, cable and file sizes, so the maximum should not be treated as a guaranteed result. Check your device supports the connection and the drive format you plan to use.

Backup and buying considerations

Keep another independent copy of important files: a portable SSD can be lost or damaged. The T5 is an older generation, so check the item condition, seller, warranty and return policy. This overview is based on published specifications, not a hands-on test.

Source: Samsung T5 product data sheet.

Photo: Tony Webster / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0; resized.

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