Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD vs Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD
Verdict: The Samsung 980 Pro dominates raw performance with up to 7,000 MB/s sequential reads, roughly 6.7× faster than the T7 Shield’s 1,050 MB/s (per Samsung). However, the T7 Shield’s IP65‑rated, pocket‑sized design and plug‑and‑play USB‑C connectivity make it far more convenient for mobile workflows, a niche the 980 Pro cannot fill. For stationary high‑end PCs the 980 Pro is the clear winner; for portable, rugged storage the T7 Shield leads.
Winner: Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD
Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD: 8.2/10
Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD: 6.1/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD | Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB | 1000 gigabytes |
| Sequential Read | 7,000 MB/s (per Samsung) | 1,050 MB/s (per Samsung) |
| Sequential Write | 5,100 MB/s (per Samsung) | 1,000 MB/s (per Samsung) |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 (NVMe) | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (Type‑C) |
Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD
What works
- Up to 7,000 MB/s read speed (per Samsung)
- High endurance 600 TBW (per Samsung)
- Supports Samsung Magician software
What doesn't
- Requires M.2 slot, not portable
- Higher price than SATA SSDs
Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD
What works
- Rugged IP65‑rated housing (per Samsung)
- USB‑C plug‑and‑play on most devices
- Compact 2.5" form factor
What doesn't
- Speed limited by USB interface
Bottom line
Our pick: Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD.
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