Asustor Lockerstor 4 Gen2 AS6704T
Score: 73/100
Buffalo TeraStation Essentials 2025
Score: 78/100Rankings
Buffalo's TeraStation Essentials 2025 provides 16 TB of pre-configured RAID-5 storage with 2.5 GbE networking and enterprise-grade security features. The modest 2 GB RAM and 2.0 GHz quad-core CPU may constrain demanding applications, and power draw peaks at 85 W. Best suited for small businesses seeking an all-in-one secure NAS.
The ASUSTOR Lockerstor 4 Gen2 is a 4-bay NAS powered by a quad-core Celeron, dual 2.5 GbE and four M.2 NVMe slots, aimed at home and small-office creators. Its limitations include lack of native 10 GbE and sparse power/weight data. It fits users who want flexible SSD caching and Docker support without needing enterprise-grade networking.
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CPU Model | Intel Celeron N5105 | Alpine AL-524 |
CPU Clock Speed (GHz) | 2.9 GHz | 2.0 GHz |
Memory (RAM) (GB) | 4 GB | 2 GB |
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Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 32 x 30 x 24 cm cm | 37.6×36.6×31.5 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the AS6704T for its powerful N5105 CPU, dual 2.5 GbE ports, and extensive PCIe and M.2 expansion options, calling it an efficient platform for content creation and future-proof upgrades. They also praise the quiet cooling system and modern software stack, while noting that full performance hinges on user-installed RAM and optional 10 GbE cards, and that missing power and weight data limit planning.
Everyday users praise the NAS for its easy, tool-less installation, fast M.2 caching, and reliable 4K streaming over a robust 2.5 GbE connection. However, they express frustration over the need for DIY hardware upgrades to reach peak performance and the lack of clear power and weight specifications.
Professional reviewers and editors have not published independent evaluations of this 2025 model; manufacturer materials position it as a business-class value solution with emphasis on easy deployment, built-in security, and cloud sync capabilities.
No consumer reviews or forum discussions were found in the source data, so user sentiment cannot be assessed beyond the promotional claims repeated in listings.
