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Synology DS1522+ — NAS · $699
Synology

Synology DS1522+

NAS · $699

88
/ 100
From $699
VS
UGREEN DXP8800 Plus — NAS · $1299
UGREEN

UGREEN DXP8800 Plus

NAS · $1299

88
/ 100
From $1,299
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Synology DS1522+ lands at 88 and UGREEN DXP8800 Plus at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Synology DS1522+ if…

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

Pick UGREEN DXP8800 Plus if…

  • ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Synology DS1522+ 88
vs
88 UGREEN DXP8800 Plus

Score breakdown

Synology DS1522+
88
performance 88
features 88
software 86
value 82
UGREEN DXP8800 Plus
88
performance 88
features 88
software 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Synology DS1522+ versus UGREEN DXP8800 Plus — full spec comparison
Spec Synology DS1522+ UGREEN DXP8800 Plus

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

UGREEN DXP8800 Plus

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: Synology DS1522+ vs UGREEN DXP8800 Plus

Which is better, Synology DS1522+ or UGREEN DXP8800 Plus? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 UGREEN DXP8800 Plus worth the price? +

At $1,299, UGREEN DXP8800 Plus delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Does Synology DS1522+ or UGREEN DXP8800 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.