GoKawiilSamsung launches USB4 Portable SSD P9, priced up to $2,879 for 8TB
Samsung has released its first USB4 external drive, the Portable SSD P9, available in 1TB, 2TB, 4TB and 8TB capacities with rated sequential speeds up to 4,000 MB/s read and 3,800 MB/s write. The 2TB model tested costs $649, with the 1TB starting at $339 and the 8TB model priced at $2,879.
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The reviewer at Tom's Hardware calls it the fastest USB4 drive tested so far, suggesting it could displace Corsair's EX400U as the top-rated option on their best external SSDs list. High prices across the category reflect surging flash and RAM demand driven by AI hyperscaler needs, which may be squeezing availability and cost for consumer storage products.
- Samsung's P9 is its first USB4 external SSD, available up to 8TB.
- It posted the fastest speeds among USB4 drives tested by Tom's Hardware.
- Pricing ranges from $339 for 1TB to $2,879 for 8TB, reflecting tight flash and RAM supply.
Samsung Portable SSD P9 — This is the exact drive reviewed here, offering blazing USB4 speeds up to 4,000 MB/s in a slim, pocket-friendly shell perfect for video editing and large media transfers. If you need fast, reliable portable storage for creative workflows, the P9 is a standout pick.
See Samsung Portable SSD P9 on Amazon → Affiliate link — we may earn a commission on purchases, at no extra cost to you. Product picked by AI based on this article; it is not a tested recommendation.Source: tomshardware.com — Matt Safford, 2026-10-27
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