Synology DS1522+ vs …
Every nas worth comparing against the Synology DS1522+ — side-by-side specs, benchmarks, and the full Specdex verdict on each pairing.
Step-up options (higher score)
Close matchups (within 3 points)
Cheaper alternatives
Budget alternatives (≤70% of price)
Cross-brand rivals (Synology vs the field)
The closest non-Synology matchups by Specdex score — the ecosystem-crossing comparisons spec sites usually skip.
Other Synology options
Frequently asked
What's better than the Synology DS1522+? +
Higher-scoring nas include Synology DS1825+, Synology DS1825+, Synology DiskStation DS1825+. Each scores above the Synology DS1522+'s 88/100 on the Specdex weighted rubric.
What's a cheaper alternative to the Synology DS1522+? +
Cheaper alternatives in the same category include Synology DS923+, Synology DS923+, Synology DS224+ — ranked by Specdex score among options priced below the Synology DS1522+'s $699 MSRP.
What's the closest competitor to the Synology DS1522+? +
The closest matchups (within 3 Specdex points) are Synology DS1825+, Synology DS1825+, Synology DiskStation DS1825+. These are the head-to-head rivals where sub-score differences matter most.
What are the non-Synology alternatives to the Synology DS1522+? +
The closest non-Synology rivals by Specdex score are QNAP TS-h973AX, UGREEN DXP6800 Pro, UGREEN DXP8800 Plus. Cross-brand pairings compare on the same weighted rubric, so ecosystem differences show up in the sub-scores rather than hiding behind marketing tiers.