Samsung Electronics has introduced new portable solid-state drives (SSDs) featuring the next-generation USB4 interface, which doubles the data transfer speed compared to previous models.
On August 26, during the world's largest gaming exhibition, Gamescom 2026, held in Cologne, Germany, Samsung unveiled the next-generation portable SSDs, 'P9' and 'P7'.
The new P series consists of the professional flagship model P9 and the consumer-oriented P7. Samsung has emphasized 'Peace of Mind' as the product vision, enhancing not only performance but also stability and compatibility.
The flagship P9's standout feature is its improved transfer speed through the USB4 interface, supporting a maximum sequential read speed of 4,000 megabytes per second (MB/s) and a sequential write speed of 3,800 MB/s. This represents a significant increase compared to the previous T9 model, which utilized USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and had maximum read and write speeds of 2,000 MB/s each.
The P9 also achieves both high capacity and ultra-fast performance, being the world's first 8TB USB4 portable SSD to support speeds of 4,000 MB/s. Its technological advancements have earned it the 'CES 2026 Innovation Award'.
Targeting professional content creation environments, the P9 supports '12K Direct Recording', allowing users to record shooting data in real-time to a separate storage device based on its high sequential write performance. This capability enables stable storage and editing of large RAW photos and 12K ultra-high-definition videos, enhancing workflow efficiency for professional creators.
The P7, also unveiled, is designed for various everyday environments, from work to entertainment, based on the USB4 interface. It is compatible with a wide range of devices, including desktops, laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles, and cameras.
Durability has also been improved. Samsung has conducted drop tests from a height of 2 meters and verified shock and vibration resistance to ensure data protection in mobile or outdoor environments.
Samsung's enhancement of portable SSD performance comes in response to the rapid increase in data sizes handled by individuals due to the rise of AI-based content creation, high-resolution videos, and large-capacity games. There is a growing demand among both professionals and general users for fast storage and transfer of large data.
Kwon Hyung-seok, Executive Vice President of Samsung Electronics' Memory Business, stated, "As the use of large data in AI-based content creation and ultra-high-resolution videos becomes commonplace, users expect faster and more reliable storage experiences. We aim to provide the best working environment for both professionals and various everyday users."
The Samsung P series will be available in four capacities: 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB, and will be released sequentially in global markets starting in September.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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