Synology
Synology DS1522+
NAS · $699
88
/ 100
From $699
VS
Synology DS923+ wins by 2
Synology
Synology DS923+
4-bay · Ryzen R1600 · DSM 7.2
90
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Synology DS923+ takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Synology DS1522+ lands at 88 and Synology DS923+ at 90. That puts Synology DS923+ ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Synology DS1522+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Pick Synology DS923+ if…
- ✓Best NAS OS in DSM
- ✓NVMe cache slots
- ✓Expansion to 9 bays
Synology DS1522+ 88
vs 90 Synology DS923+
Score breakdown
Synology DS1522+
88 performance 88
features 88
software 86
value 82
Synology DS923+
90 performance 86
features 96
software 98
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Synology DS1522+ | Synology DS923+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bays | — | 4 |
| CPU | — | AMD Ryzen R1600 |
| RAM | — | 4 GB ECC (up to 32) |
| Ports | — | 2× GbE (10 GbE optional) |
Synology DS1522+
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
Synology DS923+
Pros
- +Best NAS OS in DSM
- +NVMe cache slots
- +Expansion to 9 bays
Cons
- −No hardware transcoding
- −Only 2.5 GbE optional upgrade
- −Expensive disks-not-included
FAQ: Synology DS1522+ vs Synology DS923+
Which is better, Synology DS1522+ or Synology DS923+? +
Synology DS923+ scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Synology DS1522+ worth the price? +
At $699, Synology DS1522+ delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.
Is Synology DS923+ worth the price? +
At $599, Synology DS923+ delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in software.
Does Synology DS1522+ 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.