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Samsung T9

84
Well liked
Average of 7 professional reviews
6 of 7 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 7 reviews landedRange 80–90
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 83.9 · 4 printed, 3 estimated · printed scores only: 83

Samsung T9Image: Samsung

7 professional reviewers tested the Samsung T9, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: speed and build quality. Most common complaint: price.

Reviewed by PCMag UK, Dong Knows Tech, TechRadar and 4 more

The catch: It is pricey and needs a Gen 2x2 port for top speed.

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What 7 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    PCMag UKHands-on review · 2023

    Lab tests show very high speeds on both Windows and Mac, backed by strong software and encryption.

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  2. 82
    Dong Knows TechHands-on review · 2023

    The best USB portable SSD Samsung has made and faster with 20Gbps ports, but it is expensive and the Crucial X10 Pro offers similar results for less.

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  3. 80
    TechRadarHands-on review

    A strong Gen 2x2 performer with a tough design that sustains writes well, especially on larger capacities.

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  4. 80
    AppleInsiderHands-on review · 2023

    A fast, rugged portable SSD that helps most with large transfers.

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  5. 89est.
    Expert ReviewsNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2024

    Benchmarks show it among the fastest external SSDs, with a tough, practical design.

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  6. 83est.
    ZDNETNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2025

    A very fast, cool-running and durable portable SSD that suits creators.

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  7. 83est.
    9to5ToysNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2023

    The reviewer found the drive fast and well made, and it worked flawlessly over several weeks of use.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Speed7 of 7
Build quality3 of 7
Portability2 of 7

What critics dislike most

Price5 of 7

Other portable SSDs critics rate highly

Crucial X9 ProImage: Crucial
Best overallCrucial X9 Pro8 reviews · critics agree88
Crucial X10 ProImage: Crucial
Best for peak speedCrucial X10 Pro9 reviews · critics agree84
Kingston XS2000Image: Kingston
Best for gamersKingston XS20007 reviews · critics agree84
Samsung T7 ShieldImage: Samsung
Best for rugged useSamsung T7 Shield11 reviews · broad agreement83

Common questions

Is the Samsung T9 worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 7 recommend it. It is pricey and needs a Gen 2x2 port for top speed.

Do critics agree about the Samsung T9?

Critics agree: scores range from 80 (TechRadar) to 90 (PCMag UK), a spread of 10 points across 7 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the Samsung T9?

Price (5 of 7 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Samsung T9?

The Crucial X9 Pro (critic score 88), best overall.