Asustor AS6508T
Score: 86/100
Terramaster F4-424 Pro
Score: 87/100Rankings
The TerraMaster F4-424 Pro is a high-performance 4-bay NAS aimed at business and media-centric use, featuring an 8-core Intel i3-N305 CPU, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and dual 2.5 GbE ports, supporting 4K 60 fps transcoding and NVMe caching.
The Asustor AS6508T is an enterprise-grade 8-bay NAS featuring dual 10 GbE, optional NVMe caching and extensive RAID support, targeting SMBs and power users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 TBbest | 88 TB | |
8best | 4 | |
10 Gbpsbest | 2.5 Gbps | |
4 | 8best | |
8 GB | 32 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 66.9 W | 33 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 22 dB | 21 dBbest |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | ADM | TOS 5.0 |
Performance(6) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Atom C3538 | Intel Core i3-N305 |
CPU Cores | 4 | 8 |
System Memory (GB) | 8 GB | 32 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 10 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 66.9 W | 33 W |
Noise Level (dB) | 22 dB | 21 dB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.2 kg | 1.905 kg |
Power Supply Type | Internal 250W | Internal |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 128 TB | 88 TB |
Drive Bays | 8 | 4 |
RAID Support | RAID 0,1,5,6,10, JBOD, Single, hot spare, online capacity expansion | TRAID, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, JBOD, Single |
Supported Drive Types | SATA III | 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, SATA SSD |
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Reviewers praise its forward-looking networking, solid internal design and quiet operation, while noting UI sluggishness and lack of HDMI.
Users love the 10 GbE speed and NVMe caching but complain about the slow web UI and screw-mounted trays.
Professional reviewers praise the F4-424 Pro for its unmatched CPU power, abundant DDR5 memory, and advanced media capabilities such as 4K 60 fps transcoding with AV1 support. The dual M.2 slots and TRAID flexibility are highlighted as strong differentiators, while the plastic enclosure, lack of 10 GbE, and limited physical security features are noted as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the fast performance, smooth 4K streaming, and the convenience of NVMe caching, often noting the ample RAM as a major plus. Recurring complaints focus on the non-upgradable memory, the cheap-feel plastic chassis, and the missing front USB and security lock.
“"Dual native 10 GbE and 2.5 GbE ports for high-bandwidth connectivity"”
“"Web UI can be sluggish, especially during initial configuration"”
“"Quiet operation at 22 dBA with smart fan control"”
