Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD vs SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD

SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD wins — The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD wins on raw speed with USB4 delivering up to 4,000 MB/s versus the Samsung T7 Shiel…

Scores: Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD 7/10 · SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD 9/10

The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD wins on raw speed with USB4 delivering up to 4,000 MB/s versus the Samsung T7 Shield's 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write (per official specs). Samsung holds the edge in value at its $160 MSRP and proven track record since its 2022-04 release. Choose SanDisk for demanding transfers and Samsung for cost-effective daily use.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2USB4
Max Read Speed1,050 MB/s4,000 MB/s
Max Write Speed1,000 MB/s—
Durability FeaturesIP65 water/dust resistant, 3m shock protectionIP65 water/dust resistant, 3m drop protection, 256-bit AES encryption

Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD

What works

  • MSRP of $160 makes it budget-friendly
  • Proven reliability from Samsung with widespread adoption
  • Compact and rugged for travel

What doesn't

  • Limited to 1,050 MB/s read speeds
  • Older USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface

SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD

What works

  • Up to 4,000 MB/s transfer speeds via USB4
  • Modern security with 256-bit AES encryption
  • IP65 rating plus 3m drop protection

What doesn't

  • Higher expected price than older models
  • Limited long-term user data due to recent release

Bottom line

Our pick: SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD. It edges out the alternative on up to 4,000 mb/s transfer speeds via usb4. That said, Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD still wins on msrp of $160 makes it budget-friendly — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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