Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official QNAP and UGREEN sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, QNAP TS-873A-8G is the safer pick over UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra because of price and storage.
The main reason it wins is price and storage, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. You should still consider UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra if processor matters more than raw overall balance. As a general recommendation, QNAP TS-873A-8G comes out on top.
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| Feature | QNAP TS-873A-8G | UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1419.99 | $1449.99 | QNAP TS-873A-8G |
| Processor | Hardware Encryption Engine | Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine | UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra |
| Storage | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support | Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool | QNAP TS-873A-8G |
| Rating | 5.0 | 5.0 | Tie |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB | 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 |
Winner
$1419.99
- + Price: $1419.99
- + Storage: Hot Swappable, M.2 as Storage Pool, Expansion Unit Support
- - Processor: Hardware Encryption Engine vs Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine
$1449.99
- + Processor: Hardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption Engine
- - Price: $1449.99 vs $1419.99
- - 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-873A-8G or UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra?
QNAP TS-873A-8G has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and storage.
What is the biggest difference between QNAP TS-873A-8G and UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra?
Price is one of the clearest differences: QNAP TS-873A-8G lists $1419.99, while UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra lists $1449.99.
Which one looks better on price?
QNAP TS-873A-8G is listed at $1419.99, while UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra is listed at $1449.99. QNAP TS-873A-8G (better spec).
Who should buy QNAP TS-873A-8G?
Choose QNAP TS-873A-8G if your priority is price and storage and that matters more than processor.
Who should buy UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra?
Choose UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Ultra if your priority is processor and that matters more than price.
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