description Samsung T7 Touch Portable SSD Overview
This model adds a unique, tactile touch interface to the standard T7 form factor. While the touch feature is novel and fun for presentations, it does not inherently boost ruggedness or raw speed compared to the non-touch T7. It is best suited for users who value presentation flair and a unique user experience for client pitches, rather than those prioritizing extreme environmental survival.
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What does the touch panel do on the Samsung T7 Touch?
The touch panel is used to unlock the drive with an optional fingerprint, alongside password protection. It is a security feature and does not increase the T7 Touch's transfer speed compared with the standard T7. [Samsung T7 Touch](https://semiconductor.samsung.com/emea/consumer-storage/portable-ssd/t7-touch/)
How fast is the Samsung T7 Touch, and does it use Thunderbolt?
Samsung lists sequential read speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s and write speeds of up to 1,000 MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 2. It is a USB drive rather than a Thunderbolt drive, so a Thunderbolt port will not turn it into a higher-bandwidth Thunderbolt SSD. [Samsung T7 Touch data sheet](https://download.semiconductor.samsung.com/resources/data-sheet/Samsung_Portable_SSD_T7_Touch_Data_sheet_v.1.1.pdf)
Which capacities and devices are supported by the T7 Touch?
The T7 Touch was sold in 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB capacities. Samsung lists compatibility with Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.10 or later, and Android 5.1 or later. [Samsung T7 Touch data sheet](https://download.semiconductor.samsung.com/resources/data-sheet/Samsung_Portable_SSD_T7_Touch_Data_sheet_v.1.1.pdf)
Is the Samsung T7 Touch waterproof or rugged like an adventure drive?
Samsung's T7 Touch specifications list a 58 gram body and AES 256-bit hardware encryption, but they do not give it an IP water-resistance rating. Treat it as a compact presentation and backup drive rather than a waterproof field SSD. [Samsung T7 Touch data sheet](https://download.semiconductor.samsung.com/resources/data-sheet/Samsung_Portable_SSD_T7_Touch_Data_sheet_v.1.1.pdf)
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