Samsung launches 8TB portable SSD T5 EVO

Samsung Electronics Co. on Wednesday unveiled the T5 EVO portable SSD, a lightweight portable Solid-State Drive (SSD) that provides up to 8 terabytes (TB) of capacity. 

T5 EVO delivers data up to 3.8 times faster than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) and maximum performance through sequential read and write speeds of up to 460 megabytes (MB) per second. 

It can store more than 2 million 3.5 MB photos, 1.8 million 4 MB music files, or 3,500 2-gigabyte (GB) videos, and 160 4K ultra-high definition (UHD) 50 GB movies. 

T5 EVO measures just 102 grams. Its metal body and rubberized surface provide extra protection against external shocks, including from drops of up to 2 meters.

The new portable SSD prioritizes safety through thermal guard technology and security with hardware data encryption. Samsung’s Dynamic Thermal Guard technology safeguards against overheating and maintains optimal operating temperatures.

It supports Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256-bit hardware data encryption, giving users assurance and confidence when storing data.

With a USB Type-C-to-C, T5 EVO is compatible with a range of host devices like PCs, smartphones, and gaming consoles. It also works on all operating systems, including macOS and Windows. 

T5 EVO also features Samsung Magician software, which provides a comprehensive set of drive management features, including real-time drive health check, genuine authentication check feature, performance benchmark, and firmware updates.

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