Storm Score 87 out of 100
Reviews 3 published
Outlets 3 publications
Top Outlet PCWorld highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the Samsung T9 for its high performance, robust encryption and durable build, but note that a price drop would make it even more appealing.”

Certified
Critically
Acclaimed
87 / 100
Tier Distribution 3 reviews total
67%
33%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 2 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Fast 20 Gbps speeds
  • Premium textured grip
  • 5-year warranty
  • Exceptional speed over USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
  • 256‑bit AES hardware encryption
  • Certified drop‑proof up to 9.8 ft

Points of Contention

  • Dust accumulation
  • Higher price than competing drives
  • Missing launch software
  • No ip rating
  • Large and heavy dimensions

Professional Reviews

3 reviews from 3 critics
90
Jon Jacobi
PCWorld

“Once the price drops a bit, this high‑quality, luxurious‑feeling, good‑performing external 20 Gbps USB SSD will no doubt be one of our favorites.”

Perfect 4.5/5
90
Tony Hoffman
PCMag

“The Samsung Portable SSD T9 is not the cheapest USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 SSD out there, but its performance and features make it well worth the price.”

Perfect 4.5/5
80
Mark Pickavance
TechRadar

“Samsung has produced an effective external SSD that can handle being dropped by its owner.”

Acclaimed 4/5

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