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The Samsung T9 is our favorite portable SSD ever — and it's down to $240 at Amazon

The Samsung T9 portable SSD is currently discounted at Amazon, offering high-speed performance and durable hardware encryption for users requiring fast data transfers for professional or personal projects.

Key Points

  • The 1TB Samsung T9 is priced at $240, while the 2TB model is available for $405.
  • The drive utilizes a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface to reach sequential read and write speeds of up to 2,000MB/s.
  • Security features include XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption and a five-year limited warranty.
  • The device is drop-resistant up to 3 meters and includes both USB-C and USB-A connectivity cables.
  • Performance benchmarks confirm the drive is competitive with similar high-speed storage options from Crucial and Kingston.

Why it Matters

This discount improves the competitive value of the Samsung T9, which previously faced criticism for being overpriced compared to similar market alternatives. The drive remains a top-tier choice for users with compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 hardware who need reliable, high-speed storage for large media files.
TechRadar Published by bryan.wolfe@futurenet.com (Bryan M Wolfe) , Bryan M Wolfe
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