Samsung T9 Portable SSD (1 TB)
The T9 1TB is an enthusiast-tier portable SSD on USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 hitting 2,000 MB/s, well suited to field offload and direct-record-to-SSD workflows. It's for creators who want fast on-set transfers and live recording to an external drive. Treat it as working storage, not archival redundancy; pair it with dedicated backup drives for safekeeping.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall70±3Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| capacity (GB) | 1000Sourced | Sourced |
| interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2Sourced | Sourced |
| speed (MB/s) | 2000Sourced | Sourced |
| form factor | Portable SSDSourced | Sourced |
4/4 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Field offload + direct-record-to-SSD workflows (2,000 MB/s)
Who should skip this
- Archival redundancy — pair with backup drives
Where to buy
List price $288
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard photo / video setup.
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB (Thunderbolt 3 / USB-C) is the natural next step up in storage. See it →