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Kingston XS1000 vs Samsung Portable SSD T7

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Kingston XS1000

2 TB · Black · SXS1000/2000G

Kingston XS1000 portable SSD in black, front view
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

Kingston's XS1000 is a pocket-sized USB 3.2 Gen 2 portable SSD, rated up to 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write. The 2 TB black version weighs 28.7 g in a metal and plastic case and has a 5-year limited warranty tied to Kingston's SSD Life Remaining indicator.

Specifications checked 28 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
5 yearsLimited warranty time3 years
Enclosure dimensions69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm85 × 57 × 8.0 mm
28.7 gWeight58 g
3 of 8 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.
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THE CONTENDER

Samsung Portable SSD T7

2 TB · Titan Grey · MU-PC2T0T/WW

Samsung Portable SSD T7 in Titan Grey, front view
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

The T7 is Samsung's credit-card-size portable SSD in an aluminium metal case on a 10 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 link. At 2 TB it is rated for up to 1,050 MB/s reads and 1,000 MB/s writes, weighs 58 g, ships with both USB-C and USB-A cables, uses Dynamic Thermal Guard heat management, and is supported by Samsung Magician software for data protection, drive-health monitoring and firmware updates.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE8 topics
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01 / 08

Interface and version

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Kingston XS1000USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB Type-C on the drive

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2; the included cable is USB Type-C at the drive end and USB Type-A at the host end, with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Source 1Source 2
Samsung Portable SSD T7USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps); USB Type-C

Manufacturer specification · Samsung states the USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) interface; the drive-side USB-C connector is shown by both bundled cables being USB C-to-C and USB C-to-A. Backward compatible with USB 3.1, 3.0 and 2.0.

Source 1Source 2
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WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

8 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 7 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Interface and version

In Visual facts
Kingston XS1000USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB Type-C on the drive
Samsung Portable SSD T7USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps); USB Type-C
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2; the included cable is USB Type-C at the drive end and USB Type-A at the host end, with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung states the USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) interface; the drive-side USB-C connector is shown by both bundled cables being USB C-to-C and USB C-to-A. Backward compatible with USB 3.1, 3.0 and 2.0.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Limited warranty time

In Visual facts
Kingston XS10005 years
Samsung Portable SSD T73 years
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Maximum time term; coverage can end earlier when the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator reaches its endurance limit. Eligibility and full terms apply.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Drive management software

In Visual facts
Kingston XS1000Kingston SSD Manager (SSD Life Remaining indicator)
Samsung Portable SSD T7Samsung Magician (Windows, macOS, Android)
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet names Kingston SSD Manager as the tool that shows SSD Life Remaining for the warranty; check current software support for external drives.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · UK page: data protection, drive-health monitoring and firmware updates; requires Windows 10 or later, macOS High Sierra (10.13.6) or later, or Android 5.1 or later, and firmware updates need an internet connection. The v1.1 manual instead describes the embedded Samsung Portable SSD Software 1.0 for PCs and Macs plus an Android app, used for password (Security Mode) and firmware updates.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre

Check the software, operating-system and licence requirements. An available feature does not establish a measured speed improvement or support on every host.

Rated performance and conditions

In Visual facts
Kingston XS1000Up to 1,050 MB/s read; up to 1,000 MB/s write
Samsung Portable SSD T7Up to 1,050 MB/s sequential read; up to 1,000 MB/s sequential write
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung: performance may vary with host configuration; the 1,050/1,000 MB/s maxima require a host device and connection cables supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2 with UASP mode enabled. Manual: maximum transfer speed is measured to Samsung's internal testing standards with the enclosed USB cable. (The ASUS Z370 / Core i7-8700K test system on the UK page belongs to Samsung's separate comparison against its 1 TB external HDD, not to this rating.)

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre

Manufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.

Warranty terms and endurance if applicable

In Visual facts
Kingston XS10005-year limited warranty with free technical support, or until the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator in Kingston SSD Manager reaches its endurance limit; no TBW figure stated
Samsung Portable SSD T73-year limited warranty; no TBW endurance figure stated; full terms in Samsung's warranty statement
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: limited warranty based on 5 years or 'SSD Life Remaining' (a new drive shows 100; a drive at its program/erase endurance limit shows 1). Full terms at Kingston.com/wa.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)

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Included cables

In Visual facts
Kingston XS1000USB Type-C (drive) to USB Type-A (host) cable, 12 in; USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter
Samsung Portable SSD T7USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston's 'Includes' list. For Android/iOS/iPadOS devices an additional OTG cable, not supplied by Kingston, may be required.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

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Enclosure dimensions

In Visual facts
Kingston XS100069.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm
Samsung Portable SSD T785 × 57 × 8.0 mm
Sources
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · UK product page order (W × H × D); the user manual gives 85 x 57 x 8 mm (L x W x H) — same values

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Weight

Kingston XS100028.7 g
Samsung Portable SSD T758 g
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer weight; Kingston does not say whether it varies by capacity.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Compatibility

Kingston XS1000Windows 11 and 10, macOS 10.15.x or later, Linux 4.4.x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or later
Samsung Portable SSD T7Windows, macOS, Android phones and tablets, gaming consoles and cameras; host compatibility may vary and some systems may require reformatting
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: compatibility may vary and largely depends on the host software and hardware. The UK product page also says it is compatible with the latest iOS devices, Android platforms and gaming consoles, under the same compatibility footnote.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (9)

NAND type

Kingston XS1000Not verified
Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Encryption

Kingston XS1000Not verified
Samsung Portable SSD T7AES 256-bit hardware encryption; password protection
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet lists no hardware encryption or password protection.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · The password is set up in Samsung's software: the UK page advertises Samsung Magician; the v1.1 manual describes Samsung Portable SSD Software 1.0 (Security Mode and firmware update). Samsung offers no password recovery; a forgotten password requires a factory reset through Samsung's service centres, which erases all data.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published endurance rating (TBW)

Kingston XS1000Not verified
Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet ties the warranty to the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator and publishes no TBW figure.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Drop resistance

Kingston XS1000Not verified
Samsung Portable SSD T7Up to 2 m
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet publishes no drop, water or dust rating.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung internal free-fall shock test under controlled conditions

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Earlier USB support

Kingston XS1000USB 3.2 Gen 1
Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston advertises backwards compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1; its rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device ('USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device required for optimal speeds').

Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Operating temperature

Kingston XS10000–40 °C
Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Storage temperature

Kingston XS1000−20–85 °C
Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Advertised thermal design

Kingston XS1000Not verified
Samsung Portable SSD T7Dynamic Thermal Guard (DTG)
Sources
Kingston XS1000

No source recorded for this side.

Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung: T7 keeps its skin temperature below 51 °C at all times in controlled conditions (internal quality test for heat management and safety). No throttling thresholds or sustained-speed figures are published.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

5 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Kingston XS1000

What it brings

  • At 69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm and 28.7 g, it is small and light for a 2 TB portable drive.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
  • Kingston lists support for Windows 11 and 10, macOS 10.15.x or later, Linux 4.4.x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or later, and includes a USB-C to USB-A cable plus a USB-A to USB-C adapter.
    Manufacturer source
  • The limited warranty runs 5 years with free technical support, ending earlier only if the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator reaches its endurance limit.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

  • Rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host, and Kingston publishes no sustained-write figure.
    Manufacturer source
  • The data sheet lists no hardware encryption, password protection, drop rating or water/dust rating, and gives no TBW figure.
    Manufacturer source
  • The operating range is 0–40 °C, and Android, iOS or iPadOS devices may need an extra OTG cable that Kingston does not supply.
    Manufacturer source

Samsung Portable SSD T7

What it brings

What to check

  • Headline speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host with UASP enabled; slower ports will reduce throughput.
    Manufacturer source
  • Samsung gives no water or dust rating for the T7, only a 2 m drop claim from its own internal test.
    Manufacturer source
COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
23 of 23 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Kingston XS1000 and Samsung Portable SSD T7
SpecificationKingston XS1000Samsung Portable SSD T7
Capacity
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Listed capacity; Kingston notes some of it is used for formatting and other functions and is not available for data storage.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung defines 1 TB as 1,000,000,000,000 bytes

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)
2000 GB2000 GB
SSD / HDD
Sources
SSDSSD
Interface and versionDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2; the included cable is USB Type-C at the drive end and USB Type-A at the host end, with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung states the USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) interface; the drive-side USB-C connector is shown by both bundled cables being USB C-to-C and USB C-to-A. Backward compatible with USB 3.1, 3.0 and 2.0.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre
USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB Type-C on the driveUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps); USB Type-C
Earlier USB support
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston advertises backwards compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1; its rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device ('USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device required for optimal speeds').

Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded.

USB 3.2 Gen 1Not provided
Form factor
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · External USB portable SSD in a pocket-sized enclosure.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · External USB portable SSD

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)
PortablePortable
Enclosure dimensionsDifferent
Sources
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · UK product page order (W × H × D); the user manual gives 85 x 57 x 8 mm (L x W x H) — same values

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre
69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm85 × 57 × 8.0 mm
WeightDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer weight; Kingston does not say whether it varies by capacity.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
28.7 g58 g
Advertised thermal design
Sources
Kingston XS1000

No source recorded.

Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung: T7 keeps its skin temperature below 51 °C at all times in controlled conditions (internal quality test for heat management and safety). No throttling thresholds or sustained-speed figures are published.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre
Not providedDynamic Thermal Guard (DTG)
Rated performance and conditionsDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung: performance may vary with host configuration; the 1,050/1,000 MB/s maxima require a host device and connection cables supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2 with UASP mode enabled. Manual: maximum transfer speed is measured to Samsung's internal testing standards with the enclosed USB cable. (The ASUS Z370 / Core i7-8700K test system on the UK page belongs to Samsung's separate comparison against its 1 TB external HDD, not to this rating.)

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre
Up to 1,050 MB/s read; up to 1,000 MB/s writeUp to 1,050 MB/s sequential read; up to 1,000 MB/s sequential write
Rated sequential read
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · USB 3.2 Gen 2 host and cable with UASP enabled

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)
1050 MB/s1050 MB/s
Rated sequential write
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · USB 3.2 Gen 2 host and cable with UASP enabled

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)
1000 MB/s1000 MB/s
Warranty terms and endurance if applicableDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: limited warranty based on 5 years or 'SSD Life Remaining' (a new drive shows 100; a drive at its program/erase endurance limit shows 1). Full terms at Kingston.com/wa.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
5-year limited warranty with free technical support, or until the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator in Kingston SSD Manager reaches its endurance limit; no TBW figure stated3-year limited warranty; no TBW endurance figure stated; full terms in Samsung's warranty statement
Limited warranty timeDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Maximum time term; coverage can end earlier when the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator reaches its endurance limit. Eligibility and full terms apply.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
5 years3 years
Drive management softwareDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet names Kingston SSD Manager as the tool that shows SSD Life Remaining for the warranty; check current software support for external drives.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · UK page: data protection, drive-health monitoring and firmware updates; requires Windows 10 or later, macOS High Sierra (10.13.6) or later, or Android 5.1 or later, and firmware updates need an internet connection. The v1.1 manual instead describes the embedded Samsung Portable SSD Software 1.0 for PCs and Macs plus an Android app, used for password (Security Mode) and firmware updates.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre
Kingston SSD Manager (SSD Life Remaining indicator)Samsung Magician (Windows, macOS, Android)
Encryption
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet lists no hardware encryption or password protection.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · The password is set up in Samsung's software: the UK page advertises Samsung Magician; the v1.1 manual describes Samsung Portable SSD Software 1.0 (Security Mode and firmware update). Samsung offers no password recovery; a forgotten password requires a factory reset through Samsung's service centres, which erases all data.

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)Samsung Portable SSD T7 User Manual (English, ver 1.1) via Samsung UK download centre
Not listed by the manufacturerAES 256-bit hardware encryption; password protection
Operating temperature
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded.

0–40 °CNot provided
Storage temperature
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded.

−20–85 °CNot provided
Casing material
Sources
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded.

Metal and plasticNot provided
Included cablesDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston's 'Includes' list. For Android/iOS/iPadOS devices an additional OTG cable, not supplied by Kingston, may be required.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
USB Type-C (drive) to USB Type-A (host) cable, 12 in; USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapterUSB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
CompatibilityDifferent
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: compatibility may vary and largely depends on the host software and hardware. The UK product page also says it is compatible with the latest iOS devices, Android platforms and gaming consoles, under the same compatibility footnote.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)
Windows 11 and 10, macOS 10.15.x or later, Linux 4.4.x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or laterWindows, macOS, Android phones and tablets, gaming consoles and cameras; host compatibility may vary and some systems may require reformatting
Drop resistance
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet publishes no drop, water or dust rating.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · Samsung internal free-fall shock test under controlled conditions

Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)
Not listed by the manufacturerUp to 2 m
Show unverified (2)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Specifications without verified values for either product
Published endurance rating (TBW)
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet ties the warranty to the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator and publishes no TBW figure.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded.

Not listed by the manufacturerNot provided
NAND type
Sources
Kingston XS1000

Kingston lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Samsung Portable SSD T7

No source recorded.

Not listed by the manufacturerNot provided
First product manufacturer sourceSecond product manufacturer source
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