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Fast and reliable!

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024

I recently purchased the Samsung T7 Shield SSD for use with my Blackmagic Pro 6K camera, and my experience has been nothing short of remarkable. Initially, I encountered a hiccup as the first SSD unit arrived dead on arrival. This was undoubtedly disappointing, but the replacement process was smooth and hassle-free, which speaks volumes about the customer service.

The second SSD, however, worked like a charm right out of the box. The compatibility with my Blackmagic Pro 6K camera was seamless, offering a significant upgrade to my workflow. The read and write speeds are incredibly fast, ensuring that I don't miss a beat while shooting high-resolution footage. The SSD's robustness and durability are also noteworthy, as the T7 Shield is designed to withstand the rigors of outdoor shooting and challenging environments.

I was particularly impressed with its compact size and lightweight design, making it extremely portable and a perfect fit for on-the-go shooting scenarios. Additionally, the heat management of the device is excellent, maintaining optimal performance even during extended use.

While the initial DOA issue was a setback, the overall performance and reliability of the Samsung T7 Shield SSD have been outstanding. It has proven to be a reliable companion for my professional camera setup, enhancing both the efficiency and quality of my work.

In conclusion, I highly recommend the Samsung T7 Shield SSD to any professional videographer or photographer looking for a high-performance, durable, and reliable storage solution. The exceptional performance it delivers, especially in tandem with high-end equipment like the Blackmagic Pro 6K camera, makes it a worthy investment. Five stars for a product that ultimately lives up to its promises, despite the initial hiccup.

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Colton Hill

Random reads are slow enough to make Windows freeze while viewing folders

Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024

I bought the 4 TB version of this drive to replace a USB enclosure + 2 TB 860 evo, as I was running out of space with that. Its primary purpose is to host Kontakt libraries and other things like that, fast temporary space and lots of streaming files from all over the drive. Copying files to and from it achieves the advertised speeds, sequential is good, but random reads are horrid. Crystal Disk mark says that with a queue depth of 1 the read speeds can degrade to an absurd 13 MB/s. I appreciate that random reads are not as fast as sequential ones, but they should not be over 20 times slower on an SSD! Worth noting is that when the queue depth goes up to the unreasonable 32, the random reads perform just as well as you'd expect them to, close to the sequential speeds. So the NAND itself can certainly respond fast enough. Ever since I set this up I noticed that whenever I would go browsing the folder tree and land in some folder I hadn't viewed yet, my file manager, which is an alternative that is much faster than Windows Explorer, would downright hang for a second while it read the directory. My 8 TB mechanical doesn't do that. The EVO didn't do that. This is NTFS, not EXFAT, so the file system shouldn't be the problem here. And I'm not displaying thumbnails or anything of the sort, so it's not like reading that folder is resulting in an absolute spike of reads to display it. And attempting to use it as a Kontakt sample drive results in Kontakt being completely unable to stream things fast enough, which causes constant drop-outs in the middle of sounds. I'm kind of in a bind as I gave away the prior 2 TB drive, so even if I want to return this I don't currently have a place to put all the data that's already on it. Firmware is updated. Hopefully this is something that can be fixed, I certainly would prefer to continue recommending Samsung as the King of SSD!

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Jordan Alvarez

Fast and reliable!

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024

Color: BlueCapacity: 2 TBVerified Purchase

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Xamtyago Frias

Great product, very fast and usefull

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024

Color: BlackCapacity: 4 TBVerified Purchase

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Lightning-Fast and Portable Storage Solution!

As an avid content creator and digital nomad, I'm constantly on the lookout for reliable and high-speed storage solutions to keep up with my demanding workload. Enter the Samsung T7 External SSD - an absolute game-changer!

First off, the speed of this SSD is mind-blowing. With read/write speeds that leave traditional HDDs in the dust, I can transfer large files and render 4K videos in a fraction of the time it used to take. This level of performance is crucial for meeting tight deadlines and maintaining my productivity on the go.

Beyond its speed, the T7's sleek and compact design is perfect for my mobile lifestyle. It's incredibly lightweight and pocket-sized, making it easy to slip into my backpack or even my pocket when I'm on the move. Plus, the durable aluminum exterior gives me peace of mind knowing that my data is safe from everyday bumps and knocks.

Setup was a breeze - just plug and play, no additional software required. And with USB-C and USB-A compatibility, it seamlessly connects to all of my devices, whether I'm working on my laptop, desktop, or smartphone.

In summary, the Samsung T7 External SSD has exceeded all of my expectations. It's lightning-fast, portable, and offers ample storage space for all of my files. If you're in the market for a reliable and high-performance external storage solution, look no further than the Samsung T7. Five stars all the way!

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LL in AK

great little dervice

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024

Color: BlueCapacity: 2 TBVerified Purchase

a real step up from my Seagate storage, the clucky ones with the fat USB ends that took the horrific Micro B USB 3, with the dual ports, so difficult to plug in and easy to strip, big bulky cords, big bulky drives, and very prone to just freezing up and mine did. Not a solid state as my nifty new little T7 is. I could not be happier with the speed, size, function, reliability, packability, waterproofing, and overall superiority of the T7 product from what I have had in the past. It is light years ahead and a joy to use. The USB C is a delight, the color is lovely, and the price was very reasonable for 2 T as well. Thrilled with my purchase.

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James P.

👍👍👍

Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024

Color: BeigeCapacity: 1 TBVerified Purchase

This is my second Samsung T7 Shield, and it has proven to be an excellent investment. The speed and reliability of these SSDs are unmatched, providing seamless performance for both of my PCs.
The compact design and durable build make it convenient for on-the-go use, and the impressive transfer speeds enhance overall efficiency. I highly recommend this to anyone in search of a high-quality SSD for their devices

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GadgetGuy

Well Made, Fast and Reliable Storage

Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2023

Color: BlackCapacity: 1 TBVerified Purchase

I have several of these Samsung drives, and have found them to be rock solid in build quality, as well as supporting very fast data transfers. Unlike SSDs I own from another well-known brand, these barely get warm after transferring large amounts of data, which is reassuring. The Shield versions of the T7 drives are a bit larger in size compared with the standard versions, but this is due to their more robust construction and heat dissipation design.

I use these for backups of various MacBook laptops we own, as well as storage of large media files. So far they've all worked flawlessly. It's important to use the cables that come with the drive (USB C-C and USB C-A) or their equivalent, as the transfer rate can be significantly slower with cheaper, run of the mill USB C cables.

I like the feel of these in my hand, which may seem like a strange thing to say, but their ridges are easier to grab onto than the smoother aluminum finish on the standard version. This means it feels like I'm less likely to drop them. Smooth is nice and looks more sleek, but I think a more "grippy" surface is better when carrying your data around.

Oddly enough, I was recently able to get a number of these drives for less money than the standard versions, which I was happy to take advantage of. I'm thinking some people might not prefer them because they are a bit bigger and less elegant looking, but they look that way for a reason. Physical robustness is more important than looks in a storage device.

I think Samsung is one of the very best manufacturers of SSD drives right now, so I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for reliable data storage and very fast transfer rates.

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Mariano

Fantastic but I decided not to use the "security features"

Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2023

Color: BlackCapacity: 2 TBVerified Purchase

The SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB is a workhorse of an external drive. It delivers on multiple fronts: speed, durability, and capacity. For those constantly on the move or working in various conditions, its rugged design is a definite plus. I've found data transfer speeds to be exceptionally fast, making it convenient for moving large files in a short amount of time.

However, I do have some reservations about the security features. As someone who works across both Mac and PC platforms, I've had previous issues with the T5 model in terms of security setup. These experiences have made me slightly cautious when it comes to fully trusting the security features of the T7 Shield.

Don't get me wrong, the drive offers password protection and hardware encryption, but if you're like me—someone who has had compatibility issues in the past—then this is something to consider. Depending on your workflow and the systems you use, your mileage on the security front may vary.

To sum up, the SAMSUNG T7 Shield 2TB is an excellent external drive in terms of speed, durability, and design. If those are your primary concerns, it won't disappoint. However, if you have particular security requirements or work across different operating systems, it might be worth conducting some additional research or tests before relying on it as your go-to secure storage solution.

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RickK

Comparison with Sandisk & Crucial

Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024

Color: BlackCapacity: 4 TBVerified Purchase

I have an application where I'm managing data (very large files - from 3-200 GB each) across many 4TB portable drives.

The Samsung T7 Shield drives are fast and reliable. They've worked just as expected, and I can copy 3.5TB of data from one to another typically in under 90 minutes.

When copying to the Crucial X9, it starts out fast (600-700 Mbps) but part way through the speed suddenly dies. I tried several times and several configurations, and it always happened. I returned the Crucial drive - it wasn't useful for my needs.

The Sandisk Extreme 4TB copies as fast as the Samsung and works fine at first, but after a few full refreshes and full reformats, it started experiencing multi-second pauses when reading large files from the disk. This became unusable over time, and I replaced the Sandisk with another Samsung.

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HappyHousewife

A decent substitute for the Sandisk 4TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2 until Sandisk fixes them...

Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023

Color: BlackCapacity: 4 TBVerified Purchase

I do a lot of backups, and I've been backing up computers to hard drives for a very long time. As different external drives move to prominence, I move to them. Samsung SSDs I had used as internal drives, but the first class of SSD I used for external drives were the Sandisk 4TB Extreme Pro V1 & V2 portable SSDs. These drives were absolutely phenomenal! I literally bought a dozen of them over many years. But then, in the past 18 months or so, Sandisk released a bad batch of them that lost user data! So until they fixed the issue, I couldn't risk buying one, so I tried the Rugged T7 - which seems like the closest substitute.

It's a fine drive to compare to the old Extremes. It's a little bigger and heavier, but that's because it's rugged, and I love that. I love the rubber feel. Samsung generously gives you two full cables to use with it - one with USB-A and one with USB-C. The packaging was really cool, but I'm one of those people who likes to store the drive and cable in the original packaging, and the box is pretty huge for that. This isn't an issue at all if you want to just store the drive separately.

So why do I only consider this a good drive until Sandisk gets back on their feet again? Simply because it's a lot slower than the Extremes. For people coming from rotating disks, they will be very impressed, but this is more like a gen1 SSD drive. Using an APFS formatted volume with USB-C and an Apple M1 Max laptop, on BlackMagic I consistently got 825 MB/second read and 633 MB/second write. With the Extreme, I never dropped below 1,000. (Except in real world transfers, where everyone falls and seek rates are more important.)

I haven't done a backup yet with one of these and my M1 Max, so as soon as I do, I'll update this with a comparison. But so far, this looks to be a fine drive. And It's OK fast - going faster is more of a luxury item. Since I cannot at the moment recommend Sandisk drives due to the huge scandal, I whole heartedly recommend this Samsung rugged T7 as the next best thing. And it's at a great price, too - I got the 4TB for just $250. I guess with that in mind, being slower is fine. :)

Fingers crossed that companies will solve the technology issues that have been holding back 8TB drives.

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Helen

Very Useful

Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024

Color: BlackCapacity: 1 TBVerified Purchase

My T7 has saved my life several times and is now a staple in my tech life. I work in a programming major in college, and so I backup projects onto my T7. It's taken everything from digital art to electronic music to html files. It's been super easy to use and has all the space I could ever need. You'll note that I put three stars for the tech support, but I'd like to clarify that this is only because I've never used them and so I don't know their quality. But! This is only because the T7 is so intuitive to use and no tech support was needed. It comes with two cables so you can backup files from micro-usb or usb ports if I remember properly. This has made it super easy to transfer things from my phone to my tablet or my tablet to my computer. I recommend this for any tech guru!

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Paris

Excellent Product - Remember to Use Good Data Migration Process

Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2024

Color: BlackCapacity: 4 TBVerified Purchase

I have 10 Samsung SSDs, from the 2TB T5, 2TB T7, and now the T7 4GB Shield suite. They have all been excellent. The Shield is a bit heavier (by 1.4 grams more, I believe). I did require technical support for the T7 Shield - disconnecting from Mac periodically during heavy data transfer; the service was excellent and patient over the phone and they gave me Samsung Magician software to check firmware (needed update) and also monitor temperature. This fixed my problem completely. Please, if you're doing a large data transfer, do it in small chunks and monitor the temperature with Samsung Magician. I put mine on a cloth over one of those food cooler "ice" pads. I continuously monitored the temperature of the two drives while moving data trying to keep it below 90 degrees F. I was moving nearly 2TB of data. I spread the process over two sessions, yesterday and today. I tried to keep the chunks in the 30 GB range, continuously monitoring the temperature. Worked beautifully. You don't want to overheat these drives because you can do permanent damage. This situation will only be an issue during large data migration and not during normal use. Second caution to SSD owners: Always have a backup for your SSD. I know it means buying extra SSD storage, but it's better to be safe than sorry. Do not ever rely on just single layer of protection. Always back up everything on a second drive.

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