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Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro — NAS · $1099
Asustor

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro

NAS · $1099

88
/ 100
From $1,099
VS
QNAP TS-h973AX — NAS · $1599
QNAP

QNAP TS-h973AX

NAS · $1599

88
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro lands at 88 and QNAP TS-h973AX at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro if…

  • ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers

Pick QNAP TS-h973AX if…

  • ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Software

Tie

Compared on the software sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $1,599).

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro 88
vs
88 QNAP TS-h973AX

Score breakdown

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro
88
performance 88
features 88
software 86
value 82
QNAP TS-h973AX
88
performance 88
features 88
software 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro versus QNAP TS-h973AX — full spec comparison
Spec Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro QNAP TS-h973AX

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro

Pros
  • +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • +NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Cons
  • −Disks rarely included
  • −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
  • −Power draw 24/7

QNAP TS-h973AX

Pros
  • +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • +NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Cons
  • −Disks rarely included
  • −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
  • −Power draw 24/7

FAQ: Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro vs QNAP TS-h973AX

Which is better, Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro or QNAP TS-h973AX? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro worth the price? +

At $1,099, Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Is QNAP TS-h973AX worth the price? +

At $1,599, QNAP TS-h973AX delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Does Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro or QNAP TS-h973AX last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro or QNAP TS-h973AX? +

Asustor Flashstor 12 Pro — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.