QNAP TS-464
4-bay · N5095 · 2.5 GbE × 2 · PCIe expandable
Synology DS224+
NAS · $299
QNAP TS-464 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, QNAP TS-464 lands at 87 and Synology DS224+ at 86. That puts QNAP TS-464 ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick QNAP TS-464 if…
- ✓Dual 2.5 GbE standard
- ✓PCIe expansion slot for 10 GbE
- ✓Hardware transcoding
Pick Synology DS224+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testFeatures
QNAP TS-464Compared on the features sub-score
QNAP TS-464 leads on features (92 vs 86).
Performance
QNAP TS-464Compared on the performance sub-score
QNAP TS-464 leads on performance (88 vs 86).
Software
Synology DS224+Compared on the software sub-score
Synology DS224+ leads on software (84 vs 80).
Value for money
Synology DS224+Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Synology DS224+ more score per dollar ($299 vs $599).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | QNAP TS-464 | Synology DS224+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bays | 4 | — |
| CPU | Intel Celeron N5095 | — |
| RAM | 8 GB (16 GB max) | — |
| Ports | 2× 2.5 GbE + PCIe slot | — |
QNAP TS-464
- +Dual 2.5 GbE standard
- +PCIe expansion slot for 10 GbE
- +Hardware transcoding
- −QTS still dense
- −QNAP security history checkered
- −Comes with 8 GB RAM only
Synology DS224+
- +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- +NVMe cache slots on newer models
- +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
- −Disks rarely included
- −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
- −Power draw 24/7
FAQ: QNAP TS-464 vs Synology DS224+
Which is better, QNAP TS-464 or Synology DS224+? +
QNAP TS-464 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is QNAP TS-464 worth the price? +
At $599, QNAP TS-464 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.
Is Synology DS224+ worth the price? +
At $299, Synology DS224+ delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in performance.
Does QNAP TS-464 or Synology DS224+ 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 better for features, QNAP TS-464 or Synology DS224+? +
QNAP TS-464 — leads on features (92 vs 86). Compared on the features sub-score.
Which is better for performance, QNAP TS-464 or Synology DS224+? +
QNAP TS-464 — leads on performance (88 vs 86). Compared on the performance sub-score.