RAM | 500 GB |
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Hard Drive | 500 GB Solid State Drive |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
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SAMSUNG T5 Portable SSD 500GB - Up to 540MB/s - USB 3.1 External Solid State Drive, Blue (MU-PA500B/AM)
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Digital Storage Capacity | 500 GB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.1 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | SAMSUNG |
Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Gaming Console, Desktop, Smartphone |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Blue |
Hard Disk Size | 500 GB |
Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business |
About this item
- Superfast read write speeds: SSD with V-NAND offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 540MB/s (up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs); Ideal for transferring large-sized data including 4K videos, high-resolution photos, games and more
- Compact and portable design: Top to bottom shock resistant metal design fits in the palm of your hand and easily slides in your pocket or purse to take work and entertainment on the go
- Secure encryption: Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure
- Seamless connectivity: Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables to connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices
- Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; 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
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Portability | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Storage Capacity | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Tech Support | 4.3 | 4.2 | — | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Quality of material | 4.8 | 4.7 | — | — | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Durability | 4.7 | — | 4.6 | — | 4.7 | — |
Sold By | 212 Distributors (blue light serial #'s recorded) | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | 212 Distributors (blue light serial #'s recorded) | Amazon.com |
storage capacity | 500 GB | 1 TB | 1 TB | 2 TB | 2 TB | 4 TB |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | usb | solid state drive | usb3.1 c | usb3.0 | usb |
compatible devices | Gaming Console, Smartphone, Desktop, Laptop | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Gaming Console, Tablet, Android Devices, MAC | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Laptop, Gaming Console | Laptop, Desktop, Tablet | Gaming Console, Smartphone, Desktop, Laptop | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Gaming Console, Tablet, Android Devices, MAC |
form factor | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable |
write speed | 515 | 1000 megabits per second | 1950 | 1000 megabits per second | 540 | 1000 megabits per second |
read speed | — | 1050 megabytes per second | 2000 megabytes per second | 1050 megabytes per second | — | 1050 gigabytes 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 |
What's in the box
Product Description
The SAMSUNG T5 Portable SSD has the latest in SAMSUNG V-NAND flash memory technology. Its portable design, blazing fast transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s, shock resistance, and secure encryption make it the best portable SSD on the market. Shockproof aluminum exterior-can withstand accidental drops of up to 2m.
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Technical Details
Brand | SAMSUNG |
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Series | Samsung T5 |
Item model number | MU-PA500B/AM |
Hardware Platform | PC;Mac;Android OS |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 0.4 x 3 x 2.2 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.4 x 3 x 2.2 inches |
Color | Blue |
Flash Memory Size | 500 GB |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.1 |
Manufacturer | Samsung Electronics DAV |
ASIN | B073GZBT36 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 15, 2017 |
Additional Information
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #184 in External Solid State Drives |
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Customers like the speed, quality, performance, size and value of the computer drive. For example, they mention that it's very fast, dramatically improved response times and latency, and is packed in a solid metal shell. That said, they say it works well once set up and performs flawlessly. That being said, customers are happy with the size and say it'll fit in their pocket.
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Customers are satisfied with the speed of the computer drive. They mention that it's very fast, with dramatically improved response times and latency. The transfer speed is good, and the load times are reduced by up to half in some cases. Booting times are 5 times faster, and programs load up almost instantaneously. The read / write speeds are great, and files are backing up so much more quickly. That said, some mention that the menu lag is gone.
"...What this means practically is that my files are backing up so much more quickly with the new drive now being used for File History, so therefore,..." Read more
"...3. Works outstanding in game play. My load times are reduced by up to half in some cases...." Read more
"...Read / write speeds are great even while using the older USB 3.0 standard with the USB-C to USB-A cable-..." Read more
"...Wrapping it up. These T3/T5 drives from Samsung are super fast when paired with the right cable and are great for anyone who's looking for fast read/..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the computer drive. They mention that it is physically solid, reliable, and has less chance of failing. The drive is packed in a solid metal shell and is very fast. Some say that it comes with two cables.
"...better with my computer in it's backup drive role, it's built very solid physically so that it should stand up well to being stuffed into my..." Read more
"...an external 500GB Samsung T3 SSD and was awe-struck at how fast and reliable it was...." Read more
"Likes:Drive is small, nicely finished with a metal case and it's very fast. I really do like the drive and the high capacity, high speed...." Read more
"...The T5 comes with two cords for use, so it's a little silly not to have something to maintain them." Read more
Customers like the performance of the computer drive. For example, they mention it works well once set up, works flawlessly for 6K video, and has no issues at all. Some say it's super useful and a great failsafe.
"...Pros1. Worked fine out of the box. My Xbox One X recognized it immediately and formatting took moments.2...." Read more
"No complaints so far works well with my Mac." Read more
"...Updated 3 July, 2020: Hello! Still works great! See TL;DR at the bottom.**..." Read more
"...for my Blackmagic 6k cameras and Atem mini ISO and they work flawlessly for 6k video - no dropped frames, fast transfer speeds, can edit directly..." Read more
Customers like the size of the drive. They say it's a compact and perfect for school. They also say it has enough room for medium size files. Customers are impressed with the speed and miniaturization of the T5 Portable SSD. They mention that it saves time and hard drive space.
"...4. It's super tiny, easily portable, and because it's a solid state drive with no moving parts, it can handle being in a backpack a LOT better than..." Read more
"...HFS+J : 499.66 GBPROs- Very small and light form factor with a non-slippery aluminum body-..." Read more
"...and are great for anyone who's looking for fast read/write speeds in a small, portable, and rugged package." Read more
"Likes:Drive is small, nicely finished with a metal case and it's very fast. I really do like the drive and the high capacity, high speed...." Read more
Customers like the value of the computer drive. They say it's a great product for the price, the cheapest upgrade they've ever done, and a phenomenal little unit. Customers also say it is easy to use and quickly transfers lots of files, data, and pictures. They also say that it'll back up their computer and is great for transferring files from one computer to another.
"...this SSD- it is high quality, high speed, high satisfaction & hence highly recommended." Read more
"...Buying the 500GB T5 was the best, easiest and cheapest upgrade I've ever done. I got a used 500GB from Amzn Warehouse for $85!..." Read more
"...So, the takeaway is that this drive is a cost-effective and easy option to extend your Windows PC or laptop's storage capacity if you don't want to..." Read more
"...Overall, this was a great buy and an absolute steal for the price...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the drive. They mention it's super portable, fits in their front shirt pocket, and is a replacement for a small portable hard drive. The drive is also lightweight, making it excellent to tote around if you are a mobile laptop user. Overall, customers are happy with the weight and portability of the product.
"...4. It's super tiny, easily portable, and because it's a solid state drive with no moving parts, it can handle being in a backpack a LOT better than..." Read more
"...HFS+J : 499.66 GBPROs- Very small and light form factor with a non-slippery aluminum body-..." Read more
"...great for anyone who's looking for fast read/write speeds in a small, portable, and rugged package." Read more
"...stuff can get a little pricey, but for what you're getting and its portability, it's definitely worth it.All in all........" Read more
Customers find the computer drive easy to set up and use. They mention that the software is simple, and it's a cost-effective option to extend your Windows PC. Customers also say that the drive is plug-and-play, and connects easily to their Samsung Galaxy Note 8. They say it'll format to their PS4 and that it takes less than long to transfer some games.
"...on my computer battery is negligible, but more importantly, it connects easily to my Samsung Galaxy Note 8, providing me with an easy way to..." Read more
"...The security software for this is GREAT, and verrrry simple. Just put in your password and BOOM - Ready to go.CON:-..." Read more
"...Buying the 500GB T5 was the best, easiest and cheapest upgrade I've ever done. I got a used 500GB from Amzn Warehouse for $85!..." Read more
"...So, the takeaway is that this drive is a cost-effective and easy option to extend your Windows PC or laptop's storage capacity if you don't want to..." Read more
Customers like the storage space of the computer drive. They mention that it has lots of storage, a high capacity SSD, and the price is absolutely reasonable. Some say that it stores data very well, is versatile, and a great buy for anyone looking for storage. Some mention that the two cords hold their memory pretty well. Overall, customers are satisfied with the storage capabilities of the drive.
"...All in all.....The 500 is a GREAT buy for anyone for storage. I love mine and will have it for awhile. BUT.GET A TB or MORE...." Read more
"...I really do like the drive and the high capacity, high speed. Other than the issue I described below it's great...." Read more
"...The size is perfect for school, however, the two cords hold their memory pretty well and I think, are actually heavier than the drive it self...." Read more
"...-Significantly improved load times!-Reliable storage! (However; Mac users take caution)-Don't expose to shock (electric or gravity)" Read more
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Pros
1. Worked fine out of the box. My Xbox One X recognized it immediately and formatting took moments.
2. I didn't directly test the speed of this thing, but my 90GB+ installation of Destiny 2 took way less time to transfer to this than I would've expected.
3. Works outstanding in game play. My load times are reduced by up to half in some cases. When I play with people who don't have SSDs, I load in a good 15-25 seconds before they do, even if I'm not party host.
4. It's super tiny, easily portable, and because it's a solid state drive with no moving parts, it can handle being in a backpack a LOT better than a standard HDD external drive.
5. Mine doesn't heat up when using it for my use case.
6. I like blue.
Cons
1. SSDs are still kind of expensive. Not really Samsung's fault, but it still stings a bit buying something like this.
Overall, not only did this work exactly as intended, I would strongly recommend it for folks shopping for an SSD external drive for their PS4 or Xbox One X (I hear the next generation is coming with SSDs anyway, so this will be a moot problem for people upgrading to those platforms). It really does make a huge difference in some games, especially bloated shooters like Destiny 2.
The better news is when I stop using this for games someday, I can still use it on my laptop or desktop to back stuff up or use it for some other thing.
MacBook Pro 10,1 (Retina, Mid 2012)
macOS Mojave 10.14.6 Beta
Paragon NTFS 15.5.53
SSD Production Date : 3/19/2019
SSD Firmware : MVT42P1Q_0408_010604
Connection : USB 3.0 via supplied USB-C to USB-A cable
Average Speed
- Write 418 MB/s
- Read 425 MB/s
Formatted Capacity
- NTFS : 499.55 GB
- exFAT : 500.08 GB
- HFS+J : 499.66 GB
PROs
- Very small and light form factor with a non-slippery aluminum body
- Diffused LED indicator is very visible, but does not project a light onto anything. The LED indicator blinks blue while being accessed and turns a solid red while ejecting.
- Contains both USB-C and USB-A cables in the box for maximum compatibility, but cables fit very snugly in their respective ports
- Read / write speeds are consistent across multiple tests and formats
- Read / write speeds are great even while using the older USB 3.0 standard with the USB-C to USB-A cable
- Only gets barely warm over long read/write cycles
- Pulls an average of 0.25A during read / write cycles
CONs
- Samsung setup software package will not recognize the drives under macOS, so I had to install the Windows app under Bootcamp to upgrade the firmware prior to testing
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2019
MacBook Pro 10,1 (Retina, Mid 2012)
macOS Mojave 10.14.6 Beta
Paragon NTFS 15.5.53
SSD Production Date : 3/19/2019
SSD Firmware : MVT42P1Q_0408_010604
Connection : USB 3.0 via supplied USB-C to USB-A cable
Average Speed
- Write 418 MB/s
- Read 425 MB/s
Formatted Capacity
- NTFS : 499.55 GB
- exFAT : 500.08 GB
- HFS+J : 499.66 GB
PROs
- Very small and light form factor with a non-slippery aluminum body
- Diffused LED indicator is very visible, but does not project a light onto anything. The LED indicator blinks blue while being accessed and turns a solid red while ejecting.
- Contains both USB-C and USB-A cables in the box for maximum compatibility, but cables fit very snugly in their respective ports
- Read / write speeds are consistent across multiple tests and formats
- Read / write speeds are great even while using the older USB 3.0 standard with the USB-C to USB-A cable
- Only gets barely warm over long read/write cycles
- Pulls an average of 0.25A during read / write cycles
CONs
- Samsung setup software package will not recognize the drives under macOS, so I had to install the Windows app under Bootcamp to upgrade the firmware prior to testing