Hard Drive | 250 GB Solid State Drive |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
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Samsung Electronics MU-PA250B/AM T5 Portable 3.1 External SSD
Digital Storage Capacity | 250 GB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 1.1 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | SAMSUNG |
Special Feature | Portable, Shock Resistant, Durable |
Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Blue |
Hard Disk Size | 250 GB |
About this item
- Storage Capacity: 250GB Solid State Drive
- Form Factor: Portable SSD. Color: Blue
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 2.91 x 2.26 x 0.41 inches. Weight: 1.80 ounces
- Interface: USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Up to 10Gbps). Backwards Compatible
- Data Transfer Speed: Up to 540 MB/sec (Performance may vary depending on host configuration and test software)
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Value for money | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.8 |
Portability | — | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.6 |
Storage Capacity | — | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Light weight | 4.7 | — | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | 4.7 |
Quality of material | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 4.7 | — | — |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
storage capacity | 250 GB | 2 TB | 1 TB | 4 TB | 1 TB | 1 TB |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | solid state drive | usb | usb | usb c, solid state drive | usb c |
compatible devices | Smartphone | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Laptop, Gaming Console | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Gaming Console, Tablet, Android Devices, MAC | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Gaming Console, Tablet, Android Devices, MAC | Gaming Console, Laptop, Camera, Tablet | Gaming Console, Laptop, Camera, Tablet |
form factor | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable |
write speed | 515 | 1950 | 1000 megabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1050 | 2000 |
read speed | — | 2000 megabytes per second | 1050 megabytes per second | 1050 gigabytes per second | 1050 megabytes per second | 2100 megabytes per second |
From the manufacturer
The World in your Pocket
Get your entertainment, coursework, or games anywhere, on any device. Feel the freedom of huge storage and speedy transfers to laptops, smartphones, game consoles and more. The latest T5 easily slides in your pocket or purse, with multiple color options that complement your sense of style.
Fast Transfer Speeds
With Samsung V-NAND flash memory and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 provides transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s*, that’s up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs**. Transfers and backups of large-sized data including 4K videos and high-resolution photos will be much quicker and faster.
*Performance may vary depending on host configuration. Must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.
**Based on internal test results compared to a Samsung external HDD 500GB.
Make It Your Favorite Accessory
More Color Choices
The T5 brings more style to computing with chic colors, sleek casing, and elegantly curved sides. The rose gold, metallic red, deep black and alluring blue* aluminum finishes offer you even more color choices across different storage capacities.
*Color options vary by storage capacity.
Compact and light
Smaller than the average business card, weighing just 1.80oz, and only 0.41" thick. The compact, light and slim T5 is the perfect portable storage.
Solid Inside and Out
The T5 has no moving parts and a sturdy metal body, so it can handle drops of up to 2 meters*. The optional password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure*.
*The internal free fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions.
Management Software
Manage your data easily with new intuitive software for PCs and Macs* that makes it simple to set the password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.**
*Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported.
**Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection. Android app available on Google Play.
Any Device, Anywhere
USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A cables* are included for effortless convenience, especially when you're on the move.
*With USB 3.0 and USB 2.0
Ready Anytime, Anywhere
Take everything, all your work and entertainment, with you. Take along your documents, photos or videos, and get things done wherever you go.
Compatible with your Devices
Easily plugs into your PC, Mac, smartphone or gaming console* for lightning-fast access to memories, entertainment and more.
*Compatibility may vary.
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Key Features
| High Speed | High Speed, Sleek Design | High Speed, Durability, IP65 | Fingerprint Sensor, High Speed |
SSD Magician 7.0 Software
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Samsung Portable SSD Support
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Security Software (Password)
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Security Finger Print
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
IP Grade
| - | - | IP65 | - |
Drop Tested
| - | 6 Ft. | 9.8 Ft. | 6 Ft. |
Support UASP Sleep Mode
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Connection Interface
| USB 3.2 Gen.1 (5Gbps) | USB 3.2 Gen.2 (10Gbps) | USB 3.2 Gen.2 (10Gbps) | USB 3.2 Gen.2 (10Gbps) |
Data Transfer Speed (Up-To)
| 540 MB/s | 1,050 MB/s | 1,050 MB/s | 1,050 MB/s |
Weight
| 1.8 oz | 2.0 oz | 3.5 oz | 2.0 oz |
Available Capacities
| 1T/2TB | 500GB/1T/2TB | 1T/2TB | 500GB/1T/2TB |
Product Description
Storage made new: The Samsung Portable SSD T5 elevates data transfer speeds to the next level and unleashes a new experience in external storage. With a compact and durable design and password protection, the T5 is truly easy to carry and stores data securely. Fast transfer speeds: With Samsung V-NAND flash memory and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 provides transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s, that’s up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs. Transfers and backups of large-sized data including 4K videos and high-resolution photos will be much quicker and faster. (Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum transfer speeds of 540 MB/s, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled). Metal minimalism: The top to bottom metal design and rounded unibody fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. The T5 comes in two distinct aluminum finishes; an alluring blue for 250 GB and 500 GB models, and a deep black for 1 TB and 2 TB models. Compact and light: Smaller than the average business card, weighing just 1.80 ounces, and only 0.41" thick. The compact, light and slim T5 is the perfect portable storage. Solid inside and out: Do more. Worry less. The T5 has no moving parts and a sturdy metal body, so it can handle drops of up to 2 meters. The optional password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure. (The internal free-fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions). Connect with ease: Connect the T5 to an extensive range of devices from PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices. The included USB Type-C to C cable and USB Type-C to A cable give you seamless connectivity without the hassle of purchasing additional adapters. What's in the Box: Samsung Portable SSD T5, USB 3.1 Type-C to C Cable, USB 3.1 Type-C to A cable (cables support USB 3.1 Gen 2), and Quick Start Guide.
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Technical Details
Brand | SAMSUNG |
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Series | Samsung T5 |
Item model number | MU-PA250B/AM |
Hardware Platform | PC;Mac;Android OS |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 2.3 x 0.4 x 3 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.3 x 0.4 x 3 inches |
Color | Blue |
Flash Memory Size | 250 GB |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 |
Manufacturer | Samsung Electronics DAV |
ASIN | B073H552FK |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 15, 2017 |
Additional Information
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #462 in External Solid State Drives |
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Customers like the performance, speed, quality and value of the computer drive. They mention that it works great on USB3 and Xbox One X, and is perfectly fast. They are also happy with the cables, and size.
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Customers are satisfied with the speed of the computer drive. They mention that it's perfectly fast enough to handle all the footage they throw at it, and that texture loads faster after parachute landing. Game does load faster as well.
"...Download speeds are great and perfect reliability.I did format it to NTFS...." Read more
"...many games at any time, copying game files to/from this drive is super quick as well. You won't be disappointed!" Read more
"...It has everything you'd want, nice finish, light, portable and ultra fast!..." Read more
"...to it and making the Samsung external SSD bootable, I was delighted with the speed...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the hard drive. They mention it has a high quality housing, high transfer rates, and a 3 year warranty. Some customers also mention that it works reliably and is perfect for their needs. They also appreciate the durability and the fact that it is a hard drive, and works like a drive.
"...But, reliable, great price, and portable.Netflix has a download option on it's shows...." Read more
"...Overall, I'm very satisfied with this little unit. 250GB is plenty of space to load your most important 3-4, load-screen-heavy games onto, and if..." Read more
"...Super fast, super rugged, and in my experience super reliable too...." Read more
"...It looks very well-built and I feel more at ease knowing that the AES-256 built in encryption..." Read more
Customers like the size of the computer drive or storage. They say it's very compact, a great drive for a portable SSD drive, and fits in the palm of their hand. Customers also appreciate the slim metal case and the fact that it is USB C to USB C compatible. Overall, customers are happy with the size and portability of the product.
"...But, reliable, great price, and portable.Netflix has a download option on it's shows...." Read more
"...It has everything you'd want, nice finish, light, portable and ultra fast!..." Read more
"...Also, it is very small, which is a big PRO since I don't have to worry about carrying around a big bulky heavy drive. Not in this case...." Read more
"...There is no better external option at this time. Fast, sleek, fits in pocket. Love one, but two is still confused." Read more
Customers like the performance of the computer drive or storage. They mention it's small, fast, convenient, and works like a champ. Some mention it works great on USB3 but was unable to connect via Thunderbolt input. Some say it works perfect for Xbox One X.
"...This one works without a hitch. Plugged it in and immediate function and use...." Read more
"...the drive to stream Sampler instruments in Logic Pro X, and it works brilliantly, with no stuttering even with streaming lots of tracks...." Read more
"...But as far as what I wanted it for it works just fine." Read more
"This works easily and quickly on my Dell laptop, even for the computer illiterate like me...." Read more
Customers like the value of the computer drive. They mention that it is a great buy, durable, lightweight, and premium.
"...But, reliable, great price, and portable.Netflix has a download option on it's shows...." Read more
"...This ssd has been perfect. It's slim, durable, lightweight yet premium. Plus it's perfectly fast enough to handle all the footage I throw at it...." Read more
"...Worth the extra money for a reliable time-saver." Read more
"Little overpriced, in my opinion, but it does what I need it to...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the computer drive to be easy. They mention that the installation and setup process was a breeze, and that it's convenient and seamless to use on their phone.
"...Installation and setup was a breeze. Two thumbs up on this one too." Read more
"...Fast, reliable, easy to install. You are getting new pc/laptop with this SSD...." Read more
"...Worked very well, no glitches, plug and play with a MacBook Pro. Using USB 3.0 port on my laptop, the files transferred quickly (as USB goes)...." Read more
"...It's also seamless to use on my phone (Samsung) with files opening with no issues" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the cables that come with the computer drive. They mention that they are durable, fast, and come with different USB cables. Some appreciate the fact that the drive uses a type C USB connection and is USB C to USB C compatible.
"Very nice slim metal case. Love that it is usb c to usb c compatible. Bought it to use as a backup for my MacBook and iMac computer...." Read more
"...It is easy to carry around anywhere and it works with USB type C but comes with C to C or C to Micro USB. I like it a lot." Read more
"...Comes with a very short USB cable. Weighs nothing. This drive is simply beyond belief." Read more
"...Port on the drive is USB-c, and it comes with 2 cables: USB-c to USB-c and USB-c to USB-A. The blue color is as pictured...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the computer drive. They mention that it is sleek looking, blazing fast, and has a nice finish. Some customers also say that the T3 was more handsome, but the slate blue is still nice.
"...It has everything you'd want, nice finish, light, portable and ultra fast!..." Read more
"...There is no better external option at this time. Fast, sleek, fits in pocket. Love one, but two is still confused." Read more
"...It plugs into either USB 2 or 3. It's stylish and light, which makes it very portable." Read more
"I think the T3 was more handsome, but slate blue is still nice. Samsung has a great SSD here, and they keep getting better." Read more
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This one got good reviews and good back up speeds. For someone like me, living in fear of a crash or lost data, or the need to keep all of my photos somewhere other than "the cloud", I wanted stability, ease and reliability.
This one works without a hitch. Plugged it in and immediate function and use.
I have used it to store videos that were hogging my hard drive, photos and a complete image of my hard drive. Download speeds are great and perfect reliability.
I did format it to NTFS. For a Windows user, that allows storage of large video files.
For Mac, I believe the FAT32 is necessary as a reformat.
But, reliable, great price, and portable.
Netflix has a download option on it's shows. Download them to this drive, go on a trip, and use this to watch the movies on your tablet or computer.
A little more money for this than the typical hard drive backup, but this has no moving parts.
I bought this SSD with Destiny 2 in mind, certain that Bungie would still plague us with long load times. Fortunately, they aren't as bad as Destiny 1, but here is the rough breakdown of load times which, understandably can vary due to network-related issues (internet, Xbox Live, Bungie servers, or all), but these are the results when we timed ourselves in various situations (ALL on wireless internet connections):
With Destiny 2 completely closed out, from Xbox Home screen to Destiny 2 main menu (exactly when the "Press A to Start" appears):
- 12 seconds with the Samsung T5
- 15 seconds with friend's 2TB Seagate hard drive
- 17 seconds with default Xbox One
Overall, not much difference but there really isn't much to load just getting to that screen anyway.
Within Destiny 2, from Orbit to The Farm (excluding that "3, 2, 1" launch countdown):
- 32 seconds with Samsung T5
- 44 seconds with friend's 2TB Seagate hard drive
- 46 seconds with default Xbox One
Within Destiny 2, loading from EDZ to Titan:
- 30 seconds with Samsung T5
- 49 seconds with friend's 2TB Seagate hard drive!
Our 3rd tester with the default Xbox wasn't present for this one but when I loaded into the mission I was stunned at how long I was waiting for my friend to load in after me - almost 20 seconds later!
Now, these aren't scientific, definitive results in any way. We only timed ourselves once so they are not averages, and that last test with my friend being almost 20 seconds behind me doesn't appear to be normal, as once we stopped timing things and continued playing on, we never had a load-time difference that seemed as bad as that again (most likely network related delay). Just last night actually, he loaded into a map before me for the first time ever in the past few days - so while I think it's safe to say the Samsung T5 is generally going to be the faster drive, network conditions can hold it, and anyone, back from time to time.
Overall, I'm very satisfied with this little unit. 250GB is plenty of space to load your most important 3-4, load-screen-heavy games onto, and if for some reason you're the type that's playing more than that many games at any time, copying game files to/from this drive is super quick as well. You won't be disappointed!
Because of its aluminum build, it will get pretty warm, but not too bad (it's bearable). It has everything you'd want, nice finish, light, portable and ultra fast! (if using USB C) because using the adapter IS going to cut down on performance so your mileage may vary. The only issue I had was when I first connected the SSD to my (win 10) PC which it wasn't showing as a drive under "My Computer" but once that got resolved everything was seamless. Honestly, Samsung kills it when it comes to SSD's, Sandisk just doesn't come close. I am attaching a screenshot of my results, but do be advised that it was my first time using that software to test the Drive, so it could be possible that my settings were not properly set. During my testing of a 160GB folder, it took some minutes cycling between 15 to 30 percent and then after that it throttled more to transfer files faster and stayed above 180 MBs/sec for a while. Glad I went with this portable SSD.
So the Samsung T5 is in the ballpark of the internal SSD in terms of speed. I'm using the drive to stream Sampler instruments in Logic Pro X, and it works brilliantly, with no stuttering even with streaming lots of tracks. The irony is that I previously used a G-Technology thunderbolt drive which worked at half the transfer date of this Samsung drive because it is a mechanical drive. The G-Technology drive is a great drive to be honest and I've streamed samples to 30 tracks with it, without hiccups. Very happy with the T5, it doesn't even get warm during heavy transfers.
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No loss of speed detected. No crashes or reboots required. Just works.
All NVIDIA gamestream services etc still work perfect and box runs like its on its internal drive.