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product_id: 204706540
title: "SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD, 500GB External Solid State Drive, Speeds Up to 1,050MB/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Reliable Storage for Gaming, Students, Professionals, MU-PC500T/AM, Gray"
brand: "samsung"
price: "$356"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/204706540-samsung-t7-portable-ssd-500gb-external-solid-state-drive-speeds
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# Up to 1,050MB/s blazing speed 500GB sleek storage capacity USB 3.2 Gen 2 ultra-fast interface SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD, 500GB External Solid State Drive, Speeds Up to 1,050MB/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Reliable Storage for Gaming, Students, Professionals, MU-PC500T/AM, Gray

**Brand:** samsung
**Price:** $356
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Store Fast, Work Smart, Stay Ahead.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD, 500GB External Solid State Drive, Speeds Up to 1,050MB/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Reliable Storage for Gaming, Students, Professionals, MU-PC500T/AM, Gray by samsung
- **How much does it cost?** $356 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/204706540-samsung-t7-portable-ssd-500gb-external-solid-state-drive-speeds)

## Best For

- samsung enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted samsung brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **4K-Ready Storage:** Supports ultra-high resolution 4K video recording directly—perfect for creators who demand flawless performance on the go.
- • **Compact Yet Massive:** Slim, lightweight design packs 500GB of reliable storage—carry your entire digital life without the bulk.
- • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** PCIe NVMe tech delivers near-instant read/write speeds up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s—because your creativity can’t wait.
- • **Built to Brave the Day:** Shock-resistant aluminum unibody protects your data from drops up to 6 feet—durability that keeps pace with your hustle.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with PCs, Macs, and mobile devices—your go-to storage sidekick for every device.

## Overview

The SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 500GB combines cutting-edge PCIe NVMe technology with USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface to deliver ultra-fast transfer speeds up to 1,050MB/s. Its compact, durable aluminum design offers shock resistance up to 6 feet, making it ideal for professionals, gamers, and creators who need reliable, high-capacity storage on the move. Compatible across multiple platforms, the T7 supports 4K video recording and ensures your data stays secure and accessible anytime, anywhere.

## Description

Create. Explore. Store. The T7 Portable SSD delivers fast speeds and durable features to back up any endeavor. Build your video editing empire, file your photographs or back up your blogs in an instant with its USB 3.2 Gen 2 and NVMe technology.¹Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.2 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled. ²Host device compatibility may vary. ³Included SSD cable recommended. ⁴Based on an internal free fall shock test conducted under controlled conditions. ⁵Source: 2003-Q3 2020 IHS Markit data: NAND suppliers' revenue market share.

Review: Extremely Fast and Tons of Storage in a Slim Design - The SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 4TB is incredibly easy to set up and use. It has a massive amount of storage space and delivers very fast transfer speeds. The drive is thin, lightweight, and doesn’t consume much power, which makes it perfect for everyday use or on-the-go storage. Overall, a reliable and high-performance external SSD that’s well worth it. No Noise!
Review: Much faster than HDD it replaced - The T7 was received in Fat32 Format with MBR Partition. I'm using this as a backup drive for a Win 11 Pro Desktop PC, so the first thing I did was reformat the Drive as NTFS with GPT partitions which is better suited for the Win 10/11 OS. With that out of the way, I turned to the provided USB C to C cable, it looks like good quality, however it's only 1 1/2ft long, too short for my needs, for I'm mounting the drive forward on the right side of my case, thus I picked up a 3.3ft USB C to C 3.2 Gen2 Cable (to insure the cable is up to speed with the SSD's capabilities) The drive itself I slipped into a Portable Hard Drive Sleeve that mounts to the side of my case. This is an ideal setup, it protects the SSD and secures it's position without fear of it being knocked to the floor, cable being disconnected or the SSD being misplaced for that matter. You never know, it is small and thin. Performance is as expected. It reads and writes IAW specs, about 10x faster than the HDD it replaced. When being accessed the highest temps, I've seen hovered around 42C, well below the 70C max you'll hate to see before thermal throttling kicks in. I expect this drive to have excellent longevity, just as I have achieved with a pair of Samsung M.2 PCIe's. Of course, length of service is dependent upon the quantity of processed data. For anyone in the market for a fast, high quality and reliable SSD storage device, I don't think you can go wrong making the Samsung T7 your choice.

## Features

- MADE FOR THE MAKERS: Create; Explore; Store; The T7 Portable SSD delivers fast speeds and durable features to back up any endeavor; Build your video editing empire, file your photographs or back up your blogs all in an instant
- SHARE IDEAS IN A FLASH: Don’t waste a second waiting and spend more time doing; The T7 is embedded with PCIe NVMe technology that brings fast read and write speeds up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s¹, making it almost twice as fast as the T5
- ALWAYS MAKE THE SAVE: Compact design with massive capacity; With capacities up to 4TB, save exactly what you need to your drive – from large working files to game data and everything in between
- ADAPTS TO EVERY NEED: Whether using a PC or mobile phone, count on the T7 for extensive compatibility²; It’s a true team player when it comes to heavy-duty application usage or file-saving
- HI RESOLUTION VIDEO RECORDING: Record Ultra High Resolution (4K 60fs) videos directly onto the T7 Portable SSD with your favorite camera or mobile devices; Supports iPhone 15 Pro Res 4K at 60fps video and more³
- ALL FOR THE SHOT: This strong, sturdy sidekick will help you see it through with shock resistance and fall protection up to 6 feet⁴; With its solid aluminum unibody construction, it’s made to withstand any adventure
- WORLD’S #1 FLASH MEMORY BRAND: Performance and reliability from the world’s #1 brand for flash memory since 2003⁵; All firmware and components are produced in-house, including our world renowned DRAM and NAND, for quality and you can trust

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0874YS2N7 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2 in External Solid State Drives |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (37,516) |
| Date First Available | May 19, 2020 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.08 ounces |
| Item model number | MU-PC500T/AM |
| Manufacturer | Samsung |
| Product Dimensions | 3.3 x 2.2 x 0.3 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Samsung
- **Color:** Titan Gray
- **Compatible Devices:** Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone, Television, iPhone 15
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB 3.2 (Gen2, 10Gbps) Backwards Compatible
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 500 GB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Drive
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.2 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Memory Storage Capacity** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am running mac os catalina. if i reformat the drive, will it erase the cache that’s built into the drive?**
A: Reformatting this external SSD will not do anything to its cache. In any case, the cache is used only during read/write operations, you can’t directly address it as a user and don’t have to think about it at all. You can reformat in APFS for best Mac performance or use any other scheme you need, including multiple partitions each formatted differently.

**Q: Will this ssd work as a external hard drive for ps5**
A: Yes, you should be able to use this as an external drive for the PS5 and get full speed on it as long as you plug it into one of the USB 3.2 ports. However, you will still not be able to play PS5 games off of it. You can play PS4 games off of it with improved load times.

Per Daniel Bastian's answer regarding the Xbox Series X. You can use the T7 on Series X, but you will not get the full speed. Series X uses USB 3.1 gen 1 ports, which are slower than this SSD. For Series X, you would be better off buying the T5 SSD.

**Q: Does the gray t7 match the space gray of a MacBook?**
A: no, the ssd is darker than the space grey mac

**Q: Can i boot windows 10 directly using boot camp if i connect it to my mbp? im running out of storage on my mac so i don’t want to partitin&useboot camp**
A: Yes. You might need to Google how to use an external drive, but the read/write speeds on this are exceptional (1GB/s), and the USB-C to USB-C cable it comes with is top-notch (as is the USB-C to USB-A cable). Obviously, you're going to want to be vary careful not to move the cables when in-use.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extremely Fast and Tons of Storage in a Slim Design
*by T***S on February 25, 2026*

The SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 4TB is incredibly easy to set up and use. It has a massive amount of storage space and delivers very fast transfer speeds. The drive is thin, lightweight, and doesn’t consume much power, which makes it perfect for everyday use or on-the-go storage. Overall, a reliable and high-performance external SSD that’s well worth it. No Noise!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Much faster than HDD it replaced
*by W***S on December 2, 2025*

The T7 was received in Fat32 Format with MBR Partition. I'm using this as a backup drive for a Win 11 Pro Desktop PC, so the first thing I did was reformat the Drive as NTFS with GPT partitions which is better suited for the Win 10/11 OS. With that out of the way, I turned to the provided USB C to C cable, it looks like good quality, however it's only 1 1/2ft long, too short for my needs, for I'm mounting the drive forward on the right side of my case, thus I picked up a 3.3ft USB C to C 3.2 Gen2 Cable (to insure the cable is up to speed with the SSD's capabilities) The drive itself I slipped into a Portable Hard Drive Sleeve that mounts to the side of my case. This is an ideal setup, it protects the SSD and secures it's position without fear of it being knocked to the floor, cable being disconnected or the SSD being misplaced for that matter. You never know, it is small and thin. Performance is as expected. It reads and writes IAW specs, about 10x faster than the HDD it replaced. When being accessed the highest temps, I've seen hovered around 42C, well below the 70C max you'll hate to see before thermal throttling kicks in. I expect this drive to have excellent longevity, just as I have achieved with a pair of Samsung M.2 PCIe's. Of course, length of service is dependent upon the quantity of processed data. For anyone in the market for a fast, high quality and reliable SSD storage device, I don't think you can go wrong making the Samsung T7 your choice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent portable SSD drive
*by B***B on January 11, 2026*

Got this for backing up files and it works quite well so far. Not to much to say other than it works as advertised. I'm not overly concerned with speed for the backups so it is fast enough. Compact and easy to move from computer to computer. I would purchase again if I need another one in the future.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-08*