conclusion

Samsung’s latest notebook was able to reach over 2000 MB/s (2029 MB/s) in sequential read speeds using CrystalDiskMark, although it fell short of the rated 1950 MB/s in the write test (1869 MB/s ). Real-world results will often be slower, as we saw with Windows file transfers, but even under extended use the T9 was, as expected, faster than the 10Gbps drives.

We’ll warn you, though: if you don’t have a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 port on your motherboard (or laptop), you’ll see additional performance compared to a 10Gbps device like the previous-gen T7 portable SSD. More and more motherboards and laptops should offer 2×2, but the vast majority of systems around here only have 10Gbps ports.

In terms of pricing, Samsung has the T9 1TB portable SSD at $139.99 USD, with the 2TB capacity (as reviewed) at $239.99 USD and the 4TB capacity at $439.99 USD. These prices give the T9 portable SSD a premium price when you compare the range to competing products, but you get a trusted name, that durable casing and a 5-year warranty. However, we continue to see market corrections in external storage.