
Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD (2TB, Black)
A rugged, rubber-coated 2TB NVMe portable SSD over USB 3.2 Gen 2 with IP65 water and dust resistance.
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SanDisk
A 2TB portable SSD with a USB4 (40Gbps) interface rated up to 3,800MB/s read, backward compatible with USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt 4 ports.

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Data speed
40 Gbps
Thunderbolt/USB4 class: fast NVMe SSDs, docks and high-res displays over one cable.
Total ports
1
Compact: the essentials for travel or a light setup.
| Interface | USB4 Gen 3x2 (40Gbps); supports Thunderbolt 4; backward compatible with USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Sequential speed | Up to 3,800MB/s read, 3,700MB/s write |
| Capacity | 2TB (also sold in 4TB) |
| Durability | IP65 water-resistant design; drop protection up to 2m |
| Build | Silicone shell over a forged aluminum chassis |
| Dimensions / weight | 140 x 68.7 x 11.9mm; 172g |
| In the box | USB-C to USB-C cable |
| Compatibility | Windows 10+, macOS 14+, Xbox Series X|S, PS5 |
| Warranty | 5-year limited |
From manufacturer documentation, checked October 17, 2026. Spotted an error? Tell us.



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A rugged, rubber-coated 2TB NVMe portable SSD over USB 3.2 Gen 2 with IP65 water and dust resistance.

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