Asustor AS5402T
Score: 82/100
Terramaster F4-425 Plus
Score: 61/100Rankings
The Asustor AS5402T is a high-performance 2-bay NAS with quad-core processing, dual 2.5 GbE, four M.2 NVMe slots and HDMI output, aimed at creators and small offices.
The TerraMaster F4-425 Plus is a high-performance 4-bay NAS featuring an Intel N150 quad-core CPU, 16 GB DDR5 memory, dual 5 GbE networking and three M.2 NVMe slots. It targets homelab enthusiasts and small-business users who need ample RAM and fast hybrid storage, though its UI and expandability lag behind some competitors.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
48 TB | 120 TBbest | |
2 | 4best | |
2.5 Gbps | 5 Gbpsbest | |
4best | 4best | |
4 GB | 16 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 22.9 Wbest | 62 W |
| ↓ lower better | 18.6 dBbest | 33 dB |
3 yearsbest | 2 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | ADM | TOS 6.0.783 |
Performance(5) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Celeron N5105 | Intel N150 |
System Memory (GB) | 4 GB | 16 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 2.5 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 22.9 W | 62 W |
Noise Level (dB) | 18.6 dB | 33 dB |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.6 kg | 2.9 kg |
Power Supply Type | External 65W | External |
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports | 3 | 4 |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 48 TB | 120 TB |
Drive Bays | 2 | 4 |
RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, Single | TRAID, TRAID+, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD, Single |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" and 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD | SATA III |
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Professional reviewers award it Editors' Choice for speed and expandability, noting the lack of RAID 5/6 and plastic housing as minor drawbacks.
Users praise the fast 4K streaming, M.2 flexibility and quiet design, while complaining about missing RAID 5 and the plastic exterior.
“Up to 245 MB/s write and 222 MB/s read over 2.5 GbE - exceptional transfer speeds”
“The HDMI 2.0b output lets me play 4K HDR directly on my TV”
“Tool-free, hot-swappable drive bays make upgrades painless”
Reviewers praise the powerful Intel CPU, generous DDR5 memory and dual 5 GbE ports, but criticize the dated TOS interface, lack of PCIe expansion and limited HDMI functionality.
Users love the silent operation, strong RAM for Docker/VMs and hardware transcoding, while common complaints revolve around the unusable HDMI port, UI clunkiness and desire for faster PCIe 4.0 NVMe slots.
