QNAP
QNAP TS-464
4-bay · N5095 · 2.5 GbE × 2 · PCIe expandable
87
/ 100
From $599
VS
Synology DS923+ wins by 3
Synology
Synology DS923+
NAS · $599
90
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Synology DS923+ takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, QNAP TS-464 lands at 87 and Synology DS923+ at 90. That puts Synology DS923+ ahead by 3 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 DS923+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
QNAP TS-464 87
vs 90 Synology DS923+
Score breakdown
QNAP TS-464
87 performance 88
features 92
software 80
value 92
Synology DS923+
90 performance 90
features 90
software 88
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | QNAP TS-464 | Synology DS923+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bays | 4 | — |
| CPU | Intel Celeron N5095 | — |
| RAM | 8 GB (16 GB max) | — |
| Ports | 2× 2.5 GbE + PCIe slot | — |
QNAP TS-464
Pros
- +Dual 2.5 GbE standard
- +PCIe expansion slot for 10 GbE
- +Hardware transcoding
Cons
- −QTS still dense
- −QNAP security history checkered
- −Comes with 8 GB RAM only
Synology DS923+
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: QNAP TS-464 vs Synology DS923+
Which is better, QNAP TS-464 or Synology DS923+? +
Synology DS923+ scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. 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 DS923+ worth the price? +
At $599, Synology DS923+ delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does QNAP TS-464 or Synology DS923+ 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.