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2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, QNAP TS-855X-8G-US earns the nod over QNAP TS-1655-8G-US on the strength of price and rating.
The comparison tilts its way because of price and rating, with its broader overall balance keeping it in front. QNAP TS-1655-8G-US is still relevant if you care most about its specific feature mix, but QNAP TS-855X-8G-US is the stronger recommendation overall. For most setups, QNAP TS-855X-8G-US is the smarter buy.
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| Feature | QNAP TS-1655-8G-US | QNAP TS-855X-8G-US | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1999.00 | $1549.00 | QNAP TS-855X-8G-US |
| Rating | 4.3 | 5.0 | QNAP TS-855X-8G-US |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Processor | Hardware Encryption Engine | Hardware Encryption Engine | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB | Tie |
| Storage | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support | Tie |
| Network | Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN | Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN | Tie |
| Apps & Virtualization | Docker Containers, Virtual Machines, Plex Media Server, Surveillance App, AI Photo Recognition | Docker Containers, Virtual Machines, Plex Media Server, Surveillance App, AI Photo Recognition | Tie |
$1999.00
- - Price: $1999.00 vs $1549.00
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 5.0
Winner
$1549.00
- + Price: $1549.00
- + Rating: 5.0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: QNAP TS-1655-8G-US or QNAP TS-855X-8G-US?
QNAP TS-855X-8G-US has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and rating.
What is the biggest difference between QNAP TS-1655-8G-US and QNAP TS-855X-8G-US?
Price is one of the clearest differences: QNAP TS-1655-8G-US lists $1999.00, while QNAP TS-855X-8G-US lists $1549.00.
Which one looks better on price?
QNAP TS-1655-8G-US is listed at $1999.00, while QNAP TS-855X-8G-US is listed at $1549.00. QNAP TS-855X-8G-US (better spec).
Who should buy QNAP TS-1655-8G-US?
Choose QNAP TS-1655-8G-US if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.
Who should buy QNAP TS-855X-8G-US?
Choose QNAP TS-855X-8G-US if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than the competing advantages.
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