Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official QNAP and Synology sites.
2026 verdict
QNAP TS-462A-4G has the better all-around case than Synology DS225+ in 2026, starting with rating, memory capacity, and storage.
What pushes it ahead is rating, memory capacity, and storage, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. The only strong reason to choose Synology DS225+ is if price and network are more important to you than the overall verdict. For most setups, QNAP TS-462A-4G is the smarter buy.
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| Feature | QNAP TS-462A-4G | Synology DS225+ | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $619.00 | $364.29 | Synology DS225+ |
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | QNAP TS-462A-4G |
| Memory Capacity | 4 GB | 2 GB | QNAP TS-462A-4G |
| Storage | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support | Hot Swappable | QNAP TS-462A-4G |
| Network | Wake on LAN | Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN | Synology DS225+ |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Processor | Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine | Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine | 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 |
Winner
$619.00
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Memory Capacity: 4 GB
- + Storage: Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support
- - Price: $619.00 vs $364.29
- - Network: Wake on LAN vs Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN
$364.29
- + Price: $364.29
- + Network: Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
- - Memory Capacity: 2 GB vs 4 GB
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: QNAP TS-462A-4G or Synology DS225+?
QNAP TS-462A-4G has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, memory capacity, and storage.
What is the biggest difference between QNAP TS-462A-4G and Synology DS225+?
Price is one of the clearest differences: QNAP TS-462A-4G lists $619.00, while Synology DS225+ lists $364.29.
Which one looks better on price?
QNAP TS-462A-4G is listed at $619.00, while Synology DS225+ is listed at $364.29. Synology DS225+ (better spec).
Who should buy QNAP TS-462A-4G?
Choose QNAP TS-462A-4G if your priority is rating and memory capacity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Synology DS225+?
Choose Synology DS225+ if your priority is price and network and that matters more than rating.
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