If you’re rocking the ASUS ROG Ally X, you already know internal storage won’t take you far. Big games, emulators, mods, and media add up fast. Instead of juggling what to uninstall next, a solid external SSD gives you room to breathe, no matter where you are.
Whether it’s for transporting your massive libary, or for a plug in a play experience, right now, Samsung has two 4TB options on sale that plug directly into the Ally X’s USB-C ports without a fuss.
Samsung T5 EVO 4TB, now $199.99, is down from $358.98. That’s a $158.99 discount and it includes a bonus 256GB Sonic the Hedgehog microSD card with adapter, worth $33.99. The T5 EVO runs on USB 3.2 Gen 1, which pairs smoothly with the Ally X’s USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. You’ll get up to 460 MB/s transfer speeds, more than enough for launching games quickly or storing loads of media.
- Capacity: 4TB
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
- Sequential Read/Write Speeds: Up to 460 MB/s
- Improved Intelligent TurboWrite for large file transfers
- Shock-resistant and drop protection up to 6 feet (2 meters)
- 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption for secure data
- Lightweight and portable (102g)
- Dimensions: 3.7 x 1.6 x 0.7 inches
- UASP Mode Supported
- Samsung Magician Software included
- 3-year limited warranty
It’s compact and light, so it won’t weigh down your setup. Samsung says it can survive a 6-foot drop, which is handy if your idea of portable gaming involves backpacks and gravity. It also includes 256-bit AES hardware encryption, so your files are protected without needing to install extra software.
If you want to take full advantage of the Ally X’s USB 4 port, look at the Samsung T9 4TB. It’s one of RPS’ top picks for gaming SSDs, and currently priced at $299.99, down from $439.99. It uses USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 and delivers transfer speeds up to 2,000 MB/s, which means you can run large games straight from the drive with minimal delay. Perfect for anyone treating the Ally X as a serious gaming platform, not just a handheld.
- Capacity: 4TB
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20 Gbps)
- Sequential Read/Write Speeds: Up to 2,000 MB/s
- NVMe support for faster access and load times
- Thermal control to prevent overheating during long sessions
- 256-bit AES Hardware Encryption for file protection
- Drop resistance up to 9.8 feet (3 meters)
- Dimensions: 3.5 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches
- Weight: 122g
- UASP Mode Supported
- Samsung Magician Software + Portable SSD Software 1.0 included
- 5-year limited warranty
T9 also manages heat well, keeping performance consistent even during longer sessions. It’s rated to survive drops from nearly 10 feet and has the same hardware encryption as the T5 EVO. You also get Samsung’s Magician software, which helps manage firmware updates and keeps tabs on drive health without extra effort.
Both SSDs are fully compatible with the Ally X, along with your PC, Android devices, consoles, and pretty much anything else with a USB-C port. If you’re looking to expand your storage without slowing things down, either drive is a solid fit. The T5 EVO gives you a ton of space at a lower price. The T9 gives you raw speed to match the hardware you’re working with.
