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Samsung Portable SSD T9

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Why we’d pick it

Samsung’s 2,000MB/s pocket SSD, with both USB-C and USB-A cables in the box. Samsung notes the top speed needs a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port and cable, so check what your Mac or iPad port supports.

Spec sheet

ConnectorsUSB-C
Max data speed20Gb/s
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)
SpeedUp to 2,000 MB/s sequential read and write
Capacities1TB, 2TB, 4TB
DurabilityUp to 3 m drop resistant
SecurityAES 256-bit hardware encryption
Size / weight88 × 60 × 14 mm; 122 g
In the boxUSB-C to C and USB-C to A cables
Warranty5-year limited

Specs from the maker’s product page, checked 15 October 2026. Makers change specs — check before you buy.

Which devices it works with

Rule: USB-C external drive — Works with every Mac and with USB-C iPads and iPhones (the drive appears in the Files app). Speed depends on the device’s port. Samsung: up to 2,000 MB/s only when the host and cable support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 with UASP. Compatible with Windows, macOS and Android; backward compatible with USB 3.2/3.1/3.0/2.0. Some operating systems may require reformatting.

iPhone 17 work · 17 with adapter · 34 models
iPad 22 work · 1 with adapter · 23 models
Mac 45 work · 45 models
Apple Watch 0 work · 20 models
AirPods 0 work · 12 models
Apple TV 0 work · 4 models
HomePod & home 0 work · 5 models

Sources checked 15 October 2026

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