Samsung - T5 500GB External USB Type C Portable Solid State Drive - Alluring blue
Model: MU-PA500B
SKU: 6026201
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This is a great drive with plug and play installation. I was able to use encryption software to encrypt 50 gigs for the security of my personal files. I have owned this drive for just over 30 days and so far it has been flawless. I also purchased the Khanka Protective Zipper Carrying Storage Travel Hard Case Cover Bag for Samsung T1 / T3 / T5 Portable 500GB. Regardless of what you may have read elsewhere, the cord and drive fit into the case together just fine.
Posted by Scubadiver
Bought this to use with my Xbox One X, got home and moved Division 2, Forza Horizon 4 & Motorsport 7, and a few others over to the SSD. Booted up Division 2 first, game loaded pretty quick. Tested the fast traveling, which usually takes 10-15 seconds for me, if not more. With the SSD, it takes 3 seconds now, and that's not an exaggeration. It's absurd how much faster it is than my Passport Ultra external. Tried Horizon 4 next, again that one loaded quick as well. Tested fast traveling as well, usually takes at least 10 seconds, but with the SSD it takes enough time for the initial load screen then bam, it's done, so maybe 2-3 seconds. It's unbelievable how much of a difference the loading times are, and it helps allow more time to actually game, than waiting for load screens. Sprung for the 500 gig one, to test it out, though definitely will be getting at least the 1tb model in the future. Sure, SSD still fetches a hefty price compared to regular portable external devices, but it's well worth it. Also size wise, it's about the size of a credit card, maybe even smaller. The depth is about the size of a fingertip. Picture shows just how small it is, compared to the Passport, and then the Stubs card.
Posted by RichNRH
I just received this 500 gb T5 SSD ext Drive in Rose Gold. The color is pretty close to my 2018 Gold MacBook Air (Retina). This is a huge plus for me as I love certain matching electronics. I love the metallic feel, tiny palm footprint and it weighs almost nothing, but sturdy. I ended up choosing this over another popular brand, but I’m so pleased I got this one, I’m also glad that it comes with the two option usb-c and usb-a cords. So far, I’ve transferred almost 75 gigs of data from an old usb-a SSD ext drive, it went pretty fast, and without getting hot. I just grabbed another in a different color. Will be doing an update.
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Posted by Electroniclordess
Customers recognize the T5 500GB External USB Type C Portable Solid State Drive's portability and compact size as significant advantages, frequently praising its value for storage and speed. Positive feedback also highlights its compatibility with various devices and its affordability. While some users noted slightly slower load times, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive.