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Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO vs Samsung Portable SSD T7

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

8 TB · Black · MU-PH8T0S/EU

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Exact model & source notes

The 8 TB T5 EVO runs on a 5 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 link and is rated up to 460 MB/s for reads and writes. Its metal and rubberised casing has a metal ring that can be attached to a bag, it weighs 102 g, and Samsung lists a USB Type-C to C cable, Dynamic Thermal Guard heat management and Samsung Magician software support.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the Portable SSD T5 EVO for

Higher stated capacity: 8,000 GB vs 2,000 GB

Choose the Portable SSD T7 for

Higher stated sequential read: 1,050 MB/s vs 460 MB/s
Higher stated sequential write: 1,000 MB/s vs 460 MB/s

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THE CONTENDER

Samsung Portable SSD T7

2 TB · Titan Grey · MU-PC2T0T/WW

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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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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

SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 08

Storage capacity

Decimal storage capacity: 1 TB = 1,000 GB. Formatting and system use reduce available space.

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO8 TB

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

Source 1

Samsung Portable SSD T72 TB

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

Source 1

Explore the full specifications

Check the connection before the capacity. M.2 NVMe modules and 2.5-inch SATA drives are not interchangeable. Check the host’s protocol, slot or bay, power connection and clearance. Rated speeds use different test systems; we do not turn them into a speed score or overall winner.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

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

Capacity

In Visual facts

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO8000 GB

Samsung Portable SSD T72000 GB

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

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

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Interface and version

In Visual facts

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVOUSB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps); USB Type-C

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

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · Samsung states USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps); the drive-side USB-C connector is shown by the included USB Type-C to C cable. Backward compatible with USB 3.1, 3.0 and 2.0.

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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.

Encryption

In Visual facts

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVOAES 256-bit hardware encryption

Samsung Portable SSD T7AES 256-bit hardware encryption; password protection

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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

Listed encryption support does not mean it is enabled. Check the exact host, software and configuration requirements; no security certification is inferred.

Drive management software

In Visual facts

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVOSamsung Magician Software

Samsung Portable SSD T7Samsung Magician (Windows, macOS, Android)

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · UK specification table 'Management SW'. Feature copy: protect data, monitor drive health and get firmware updates; available for Windows 7 and higher, macOS High Sierra (10.13.6) and higher, or Android 5.1 and higher; firmware update requires an internet connection.

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVOUp to 460 MB/s sequential read; up to 460 MB/s sequential write

Samsung Portable SSD T7Up to 1,050 MB/s sequential read; up to 1,000 MB/s sequential write

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · Samsung: performance may vary with host configuration; the 460 MB/s maxima require a host device and connection cables supporting USB 3.2 Gen 1 with UASP mode enabled. (The ASUS X570 Taichi / Ryzen 7 5800X test system on the UK page belongs to Samsung's separate comparison against its 2 TB external HDD, not to this rating.)

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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.

Sequential read

In Visual facts

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO460 MB/s

Samsung Portable SSD T71050 MB/s

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · USB 3.2 Gen 1 host and cable with UASP enabled

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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)

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.

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Sequential write

In Visual facts

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO460 MB/s

Samsung Portable SSD T71000 MB/s

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · USB 3.2 Gen 1 host and cable with UASP enabled

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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)

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

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO3-year limited warranty; physical damage (including bending or deformation of the ring) is not covered; no TBW endurance figure stated

Samsung Portable SSD T73-year limited warranty; no TBW endurance figure stated; full terms in Samsung's warranty statement

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Included cables

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVOUSB Type-C to C

Samsung Portable SSD T7USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · Samsung's product description says 'Includes USB Type-C to C cable.'; the page publishes no complete box-contents list.

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification

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

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Dimensions including heatsink

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO40 × 95 × 17 mm

Samsung Portable SSD T785 × 57 × 8.0 mm

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · UK product page order (W × H × D); Samsung notes actual size may vary by capacity and measurement method

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO102 g

Samsung Portable SSD T758 g

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · Samsung notes weight may vary by capacity and measurement method

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification · 2 TB model

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.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Compatibility

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVOPCs, laptops, Android phones and tablets, game consoles, smart TVs and cameras; Windows, macOS and Android; some systems may require reformatting

Samsung Portable SSD T7Windows, macOS, Android phones and tablets, gaming consoles and cameras; host compatibility may vary and some systems may require reformatting

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

Samsung Portable SSD T7

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Missing or non-comparable evidence (3)

Operating temperature

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO0–60 °C

Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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.

Non-operating temperature

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO−40–85 °C

Samsung Portable SSD T7Not verified

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVODynamic Thermal Guard

Samsung Portable SSD T7Dynamic Thermal Guard (DTG)

Sources

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

Manufacturer specification · Samsung: T5 EVO keeps skin temperature below 48 °C at all times in controlled conditions (internal quality test for heat management and safety), in compliance with IEC 62368-1. No throttling or sustained-speed figures are published.

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK)

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

One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.

4 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO

What it brings

8 TB in a single portable drive.
Manufacturer source
Samsung publishes a 0–60 °C operating range, AES 256-bit hardware encryption and a 2 m drop claim.
Manufacturer source
A metal ring on the casing can be clipped to a bag.
Manufacturer source

What to check

Rated at up to 460 MB/s reads and writes over a 5 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, and only with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 host and cables with UASP enabled.
Manufacturer source
Samsung lists a USB Type-C to C cable; no USB-A cable is listed.
Manufacturer source
The warranty excludes physical damage, including a bent or deformed ring.
Manufacturer source

Samsung Portable SSD T7

What it brings

Credit-card-size footprint: 85 × 57 × 8 mm and 58 g at 2 TB.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Both a USB C-to-C and a C-to-A cable come in the box, so older USB-A hosts work without an adapter.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Hardware AES 256-bit encryption with optional password protection.
Manufacturer source

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

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Full specifications

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19 of 19 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO and Samsung Portable SSD T7
Specification	Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO	Samsung Portable SSD T7

CapacityDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung defines 1 TB as 1,000,000,000,000 bytes Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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)	8000 GB	2000 GB
SSD / HDD Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)	SSD	SSD
Interface and versionDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung states USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps); the drive-side USB-C connector is shown by the included USB Type-C to C cable. Backward compatible with USB 3.1, 3.0 and 2.0. Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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 1 (5 Gbps); USB Type-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps); USB Type-C
Form factor Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · External USB portable SSD Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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)	Portable	Portable
Dimensions including heatsinkDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · UK product page order (W × H × D); Samsung notes actual size may vary by capacity and measurement method Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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	40 × 95 × 17 mm	85 × 57 × 8.0 mm
WeightDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung notes weight may vary by capacity and measurement method Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 Manufacturer specification · 2 TB model 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	102 g	58 g
Advertised thermal design Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung: T5 EVO keeps skin temperature below 48 °C at all times in controlled conditions (internal quality test for heat management and safety), in compliance with IEC 62368-1. No throttling or sustained-speed figures are published. Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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	Dynamic Thermal Guard	Dynamic Thermal Guard (DTG)

Rated performance and conditionsDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung: performance may vary with host configuration; the 460 MB/s maxima require a host device and connection cables supporting USB 3.2 Gen 1 with UASP mode enabled. (The ASUS X570 Taichi / Ryzen 7 5800X test system on the UK page belongs to Samsung's separate comparison against its 2 TB external HDD, not to this rating.) Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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 460 MB/s sequential read; up to 460 MB/s sequential write	Up to 1,050 MB/s sequential read; up to 1,000 MB/s sequential write
Sequential readDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · USB 3.2 Gen 1 host and cable with UASP enabled Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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)	460 MB/s	1050 MB/s
Sequential writeDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · USB 3.2 Gen 1 host and cable with UASP enabled Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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)	460 MB/s	1000 MB/s

Warranty terms and endurance if applicableDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)	3-year limited warranty; physical damage (including bending or deformation of the ring) is not covered; no TBW endurance figure stated	3-year limited warranty; no TBW endurance figure stated; full terms in Samsung's warranty statement
Warranty Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)	3 years	3 years

EncryptionDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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	AES 256-bit hardware encryption	AES 256-bit hardware encryption; password protection
Drive management softwareDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · UK specification table 'Management SW'. Feature copy: protect data, monitor drive health and get firmware updates; available for Windows 7 and higher, macOS High Sierra (10.13.6) and higher, or Android 5.1 and higher; firmware update requires an internet connection. Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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	Samsung Magician Software	Samsung Magician (Windows, macOS, Android)

Operating temperature Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 No source recorded.	0–60 °C	Not provided
Non-operating temperature Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 No source recorded.	−40–85 °C	Not provided

Drop resistance Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung internal free-fall shock test under controlled conditions Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) 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)	Up to 2 m	Up to 2 m
Included cablesDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification · Samsung's product description says 'Includes USB Type-C to C cable.'; the page publishes no complete box-contents list. Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 Manufacturer specification 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 Type-C to C	USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
CompatibilityDifferent Sources Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T5 EVO — exact 8 TB Black MU-PH8T0S/EU product page (UK) Samsung Portable SSD T7 Manufacturer specification Samsung Portable SSD T7 — exact 2 TB Titan Grey MU-PC2T0T/WW product page (UK)	PCs, laptops, Android phones and tablets, game consoles, smart TVs and cameras; Windows, macOS and Android; some systems may require reformatting	Windows, macOS, Android phones and tablets, gaming consoles and cameras; host compatibility may vary and some systems may require reformatting

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