Our Take
Samsung's T9 is a pocket-sized external SSD built for people who move large video or photo files regularly. Rated at up to 2,000MB/s, it targets video editors, photographers and YouTubers who need fast transfer speeds on location or at a desk. It sits at the premium end of the portable SSD market, competing with drives like the SanDisk Extreme Pro and Crucial X10.
Key Features
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface delivering sequential speeds of up to 2,000MB/s read and write
Available in 1TB, 2TB and 4TB capacities
Rated to survive drops of up to 3 metres onto a hard surface
Compact, rounded rubberised housing designed to sit comfortably in a jacket pocket
Comes with both USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables in the box
Compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and gaming consoles such as PS5
Our Verdict
Worth buying if you regularly shift large 4K or RAW files and already have a compatible USB port to exploit its full speed. Casual users backing up photos or documents won't notice the difference over a cheaper drive, and should look at Samsung's own T7 or a budget alternative instead.