Samsung Portable SSD T1 250GB USB 3.0 – Black (MU‑PS250B)
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About this product
The Samsung Portable SSD T1 (Model MU‑PS250B) is a compact, external solid state drive with 250 GB storage capacity. It offers a read speed of 550MB/s and connects via a USB 3.0 interface. This black 2.5-inch form factor SSD is USB-powered, features secure encryption, and boasts a low noise level. Made in Korea, Republic of, it provides a portable and secure solution for data storage, being both removable and media player compatible.
Our take
This Samsung Portable SSD T1 is a neat little drive if you're looking for a compact and secure storage solution for smaller files or as a boot drive. The 250 GB capacity is modest but can be perfect for specific tasks, and the 550MB/s read speed with USB 3.0 is quite decent for a drive of this generation. The secure encryption feature is a standout, offering peace of mind for sensitive data, and being USB-powered adds to its convenience. It's certainly a step up from a flash drive, but if you're dealing with very large media files or extensive backups, the capacity might feel restrictive quickly. A good, secure option for lighter use.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Secure Encryption feature
- Compact 2.5-inch form factor
- USB-Powered convenience
- Low noise level
Cons
- Only 250 GB storage capacity
- USB 3.0 interface (not newest standard)
Specifications
- Color Black
- MPN T1, MU-PS250B/AM
- Brand Samsung
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Type External SSD
- Unit Type Unit
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- Read Speed
- 550MB/s
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- External SSD, SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Transfer Rate
- 550 Mbps
- Model
- MU‑PS250B
- Storage Format
- HDD & SSD
- Features
- USB-Powered, Secure Encryption, Low Noise Level, Media Player, Removable
- Storage Capacity
- 250 GB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Country of Origin
- Korea, Republic of
- Interface
- USB 3.0