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Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD

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Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD
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Key Features
  • 8TB Storage Capacity
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Interface (5 Gb/s)
  • Up to 460 MB/s Data Transfer Rate
  • AES 256-Bit Hardware Encryption
Featuring an integrated hook and a rubber skin design, the Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD is easy to transport, so you can take your files with you while on the go. The rubber skin provides an anti-scratch and anti-slip design while the integrated hook allows you to connect the T5 EVO to your bag with a carabiner.
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Featuring an integrated hook and a rubber skin design, the Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD is easy to transport, so you can take your files with you while on the go. The rubber skin provides an anti-scratch and anti-slip design while the integrated hook allows you to connect the T5 EVO to your bag with a carabiner.

With 8TB of storage, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port (5 Gb/s), and up to a 460 MB/s data transfer rate, the T5 EVO can store and transfer your files quickly and efficiently. It also has 256-bit AES encryption to keep your files safe and secure. Check the drive's health and get firmware updates through the Samsung Magician software.

Performance
  • Up to 3.8x faster transfer speed than an external hard drive (460 MB/s)
  • Up to 2x faster sustained performance than a SATA-based portable SSD
    • Capacity & Design
  • 8TB capacity with a palm-sized form factor
  • Hook design for easy carrying
    • Reliability
  • Up to 6.6' drop resistance
  • Rubber skin for anti-scratch and anti-slip
  • Drive health check and firmware update through Samsung Magician software
    • UPC: 887276746210

    Sam ung T5 EVO Specs

    Key Specs
    Total Capacity
    8 TB
    Drive Type
    Unspecified SSD
    Default OS Support
    Universal Computer/Mobile OS Support
    System Connection
    USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
    Total Capacity
    8 TB
    Drive Type
    Unspecified SSD
    Performance
    Read Speed
    Sequential: 460 MB/s
    Write Speed
    Sequential: 460 MB/s
    Default OS Support
    Universal Computer/Mobile OS Support
    Encryption Support
    Yes: Hardware-Based
    External Enclosure
    System Connection
    USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
    Security Features
    No
    Material
    Rubber
    Fan Cooled
    No
    Impact Resistance
    Shock/Drop-Resistant (Unrated)
    Environmental Resistance
    No
    Electrical
    Power Source
    Bus Powered
    General
    Operating Conditions
    32 to 140°F / 0 to 60°C
    Storage Conditions
    -40 to 185°F / -40 to 85°C
    Dimensions
    3.7 x 1.6 x 0.7" / 94 x 40.6 x 17.8 mm
    Weight
    3.6 oz / 102.1 g
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight
    0.425 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    4.7 x 4.1 x 1.7"

    Sam ung T5 EVO Reviews

    Wonderful

    By Brezel6
    Rated 5 out of 5
    Date: 2026-09-10

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The best. The competition stands no chance. So super fast. Super compatible with my other setup. And I spilled coffee over it with not a single issue rather than a clean up. Super lightweight for quick moving if needed. And the price is unbeatable given the shear reliability of this.

    4TB Without the Brick

    By alex
    Rated 5 out of 5
    Date: 2026-08-24

    I still remember when carrying 4TB of storage meant a bulky drive, extra cables, and treating it like a fragile piece of equipment. The T5 EVO makes that feel ancient. It gives me 4TB in a compact drive I can actually throw in my bag and take anywhere. Transfers are fast and consistent, compatibility has been effortless, and the rugged design gives me confidence that my files are protected on the go. But my favorite feature is simple: I don't have to think about storage anymore. Photos, videos, backups, documents—there's room for all of it. The best technology isn't the technology you constantly notice; it's the technology that quietly removes a problem from your life. That's exactly what the T5 EVO does.

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    Will this drive work with Windows right out of ...

    Will this drive work with Windows right out of the box? Or will I have to reformat it?
    Asked by: Kristi
    The Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD is compatible with both Windows and MacOS without reformatting.
    Answered by: Calvin M
    Date published: 2024-12-09

    Does this come with any cables?

    Does this come with any cables?
    Asked by: Daniel
    Yes, the Samsung T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD drives do include a USB-C to USB-C cable in the box.
    Answered by: Jordan K
    Date published: 2024-03-20

    Is this compatible with MacBook Pro?

    Is this compatible with MacBook Pro?
    Asked by: Joan
    Yes, the Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD, (B&H # SAMUPH8TOSAM), is compatible with Apple computers.
    Answered by: Miguel M
    Date published: 2025-09-18

    Does this slow down to super slow speeds when its ...

    Does this slow down to super slow speeds when its 75% full?
    Asked by: Leo
    It is common for drives, such as the Samsung 8TB T5 EVO USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable SSD, to slow down when nearing full capacity. However, we can't say how much the drive would slow down nor at what capacity level this would happen.
    Answered by: Michael S
    Date published: 2025-12-04
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