SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD
Overall winner: SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
Key Differences
Seagate (A) is a thumb-drive sized, IP54-rated portable SSD that lists faster-enough speeds up to 1000MB/s and typically sits at a more affordable price point; Samsung (B) offers slightly higher rated read/write (up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s), a credit-card-like compact design, and larger max capacity options up to 4TB. Choose Seagate if you want a lower-priced, rugged-feel pocket SSD; choose Samsung if you want marginally higher rated transfer speeds and bigger capacity options
SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
Compact 1TB external SSD with PCIe NVMe speeds up to 1,050 MB/s. Fast, durable storage for gaming, editing, and backups. Users note fast transfers and easy setup, with mixed reliability feedback
Pros
- compact, credit-card size
- high transfer speeds
- large capacity options
- easy setup
Cons
- mixed reliability feedback
Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD
Compact, light external SSD with USB-C; up to 1,000MB/s transfer and IP54/3m drop resistance. Useful for gaming consoles and on-the-go storage. Some users report compatibility issues with Mac
Pros
- thumb-drive sized and lightweight
- high transfer speeds up to 1,000 MB/s
- 3m drop resistance
- IP54 dust and rain resistance
Cons
- inconsistent Mac compatibility reports
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Seagate |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Samsung |
| User Reviews | Samsung |