Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official QNAP and Synology sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward QNAP TS-464-8G-US over Synology DS425+, driven by memory capacity and storage.
Its clearest strengths are memory capacity and storage, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. Pick Synology DS425+ only when price and rating are the deciding factor for your setup. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of QNAP TS-464-8G-US.
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| Feature | QNAP TS-464-8G-US | Synology DS425+ | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $637.99 | $579.97 | Synology DS425+ |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.7 | Synology DS425+ |
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB | 2 GB | QNAP TS-464-8G-US |
| Storage | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool | QNAP TS-464-8G-US |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Processor | Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine | Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine | Tie |
| Network | Link Aggregation, Wake on LAN | 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 |
Winner
$637.99
- + Memory Capacity: 8 GB
- + Storage: Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support
- - Price: $637.99 vs $579.97
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.7
$579.97
- + Price: $579.97
- + Rating: 4.7
- - Memory Capacity: 2 GB vs 8 GB
- - Storage: Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool vs Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: QNAP TS-464-8G-US or Synology DS425+?
QNAP TS-464-8G-US has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for memory capacity and storage.
What is the biggest difference between QNAP TS-464-8G-US and Synology DS425+?
Price is one of the clearest differences: QNAP TS-464-8G-US lists $637.99, while Synology DS425+ lists $579.97.
Which one looks better on price?
QNAP TS-464-8G-US is listed at $637.99, while Synology DS425+ is listed at $579.97. Synology DS425+ (better spec).
Who should buy QNAP TS-464-8G-US?
Choose QNAP TS-464-8G-US if your priority is memory capacity and storage and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Synology DS425+?
Choose Synology DS425+ if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than memory capacity.
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