T5 500GB
Best portable storage for on the go professionals.
This is the gold standard for portable storage that actually fits in your pocket. It trades massive, desktop-bound capacity for rugged, lightning-fast reliability that keeps your workflow moving. It’s the essential companion for anyone who needs their entire digital life accessible the moment they sit down at a new desk.
$109.99
In stock
at
Samsung Official Website
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/
5
Category Rank
16
/
55
#16 in Storage Devices
Price vs Category Average
-76%
Below average
Capacity
500
/
GB
Who it's for
- Travelers and students requiring robust, portable storage for daily use
- Everyday users seeking versatile storage for multiple devices
- Professionals and creatives needing quick access to large media files
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users needing vast storage for archival purposes
- Content creators and gamers with massive data storage requirements
- Power users demanding the absolute fastest external drive performance
Performance breakdown
Transfer Speed
Solid 540 MB/s performance handles large file transfers with ease.
Portability
Pocket-sized design makes it effortless to carry anywhere you go.
Build Quality
Rugged metal casing provides peace of mind against daily bumps.
Compatibility
Works seamlessly across Windows, macOS, Android, and Linux devices.
Ease of Use
Plug-and-play setup gets you working in seconds without extra software.
Storage Density
500GB is perfect for documents, but power users may want more.
Key Specs
Capacity
500GB
Type
External Solid State Drive
Interface
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
Read Speeds
Up to 540 MB/s
Write Speeds
Up to 540 MB/s
Dimensions
70.5 x 53.2 x 10.4 mm
Weight
51g
Compatibility
Windows, macOS, Android, Linux
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