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QNAP TS-h973AX — NAS · $1599
QNAP

QNAP TS-h973AX

NAS · $1599

88
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus — 4-bay · Intel Pentium · 10 GbE
UGREEN

UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus

4-bay · Intel Pentium · 10 GbE

88
/ 100
From $749
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, QNAP TS-h973AX lands at 88 and UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick QNAP TS-h973AX if…

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

Pick UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus if…

  • ✓Comes with 10 GbE built in
  • ✓Hot-swap 4× HDD + 2× M.2 NVMe
  • ✓BTRFS + ext4 support
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Winner by scenario

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

Software

QNAP TS-h973AX

Compared on the software sub-score

QNAP TS-h973AX leads on software (86 vs 78).

Value for money

UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,599).

QNAP TS-h973AX 88
vs
88 UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus

Score breakdown

QNAP TS-h973AX
88
performance 88
features 88
software 86
value 82
hardware 0
ease 0
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus
88
performance 0
features 0
software 78
value 92
hardware 95
ease 84

Specs side-by-side

QNAP TS-h973AX versus UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus — full spec comparison
Spec QNAP TS-h973AX UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus
CPU
—
Intel Pentium Gold 8505 (5 cores, Hybrid)
RAM
—
8 GB DDR5 (expandable to 64)
Bays
—
4× 3.5″ SATA + 2× M.2 NVMe Gen 4
Network
—
10 GbE + 2.5 GbE
USB
—
2× USB-C 10 Gbps + 2× USB-A 10 Gbps

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

UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus

Pros
  • +Comes with 10 GbE built in
  • +Hot-swap 4× HDD + 2× M.2 NVMe
  • +BTRFS + ext4 support
Cons
  • −NAS OS still maturing
  • −No public SDK yet
  • −Limited app catalog vs Synology

FAQ: QNAP TS-h973AX vs UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus

Which is better, QNAP TS-h973AX or UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus? +

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

Is QNAP TS-h973AX worth the price? +

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

Is UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus worth the price? +

At $749, UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in hardware.

Does QNAP TS-h973AX or UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus 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 software, QNAP TS-h973AX or UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus? +

QNAP TS-h973AX — leads on software (86 vs 78). Compared on the software sub-score.

Which is the better value, QNAP TS-h973AX or UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus? +

UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus — more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.