Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official QNAP and Ubiquiti sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, QNAP TS-264-8G-US is the safer pick over Ubiquiti UNAS Pro because of processor, storage, and apps & virtualization.
The main reason it wins is processor, storage, and apps & virtualization, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. The only strong reason to choose Ubiquiti UNAS Pro is if rating is more important to you than the overall verdict. That is enough to make QNAP TS-264-8G-US the better pick for most buyers.
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| Feature | QNAP TS-264-8G-US | Ubiquiti UNAS Pro | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 | 5.0 | Ubiquiti UNAS Pro |
| Processor | Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine | None | QNAP TS-264-8G-US |
| Storage | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support | Hot Swappable | QNAP TS-264-8G-US |
| Apps & Virtualization | Docker Containers, Virtual Machines, Plex Media Server, Surveillance App, AI Photo Recognition | None | QNAP TS-264-8G-US |
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB | Tie |
| Network | Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN | None | Tie |
Winner
$487.99
- + Processor: Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine
- + Storage: Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support
- + Apps & Virtualization: Docker Containers, Virtual Machines, Plex Media Server, Surveillance App, AI Photo Recognition
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 5.0
- + Rating: 5.0
- - Processor: None vs Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine
- - Storage: Hot Swappable vs Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: QNAP TS-264-8G-US or Ubiquiti UNAS Pro?
QNAP TS-264-8G-US has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for processor, storage, and apps & virtualization.
What is the biggest difference between QNAP TS-264-8G-US and Ubiquiti UNAS Pro?
Rating is one of the clearest differences: QNAP TS-264-8G-US lists 4.4, while Ubiquiti UNAS Pro lists 5.0.
Who should buy QNAP TS-264-8G-US?
Choose QNAP TS-264-8G-US if your priority is processor and storage and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Ubiquiti UNAS Pro?
Choose Ubiquiti UNAS Pro if your priority is rating and that matters more than processor.
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