Buffalo BS-MP2008
Score: 82/100
QNAP QSW-M5216-1T
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Buffalo BS-MP2008 is an 8-port unmanaged 10 GbE switch delivering 160 Gbps capacity, link aggregation and basic VLAN/QoS monitoring in a metal desktop or rack-mountable chassis. It consumes up to 38 W and offers no PoE, making it less suitable for power-over-Ethernet needs. It targets small-business or prosumer environments requiring high-speed connectivity.
The QNAP QSW-M5216-1T-US delivers ultra-high-speed 25 GbE connectivity with a 820 Gbps backbone in a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor. It lacks advanced Layer-3 and high-availability features, making it less suitable for large enterprises. Best for SMBs or departmental deployments needing fast storage and video traffic without complex routing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 | 17best | |
10 Gbps | 25 Gbpsbest | |
160 Gbps | 820 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 38 W | 35 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 2,400 gbest | 3,000 g |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
— | 40 °Cbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(2) | ||
Number of Ports | 8 | 17 |
Port Speed (Gbps) | 10 Gbps | 25 Gbps |
Performance(1) | ||
Switching Capacity (Gbps) | 160 Gbps | 820 Gbps |
Power(1) | ||
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 38 W | 35 W |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Desktop, Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 44×330×230 mm mm | 11.0236×3.1496×15.3543 inches mm |
Weight (g) | 2400 g | 3000 g |
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NAS Compares and other professional reviewers commend the BS-MP2008 for delivering a rare blend of affordability, full-port 10 GbE support and managed-style features such as link aggregation and port monitoring. They view it as a solid choice for users upgrading to 10 GbE without needing complex configuration, though they caution that its unmanaged nature means it lacks VLANs, QoS and other enterprise-grade functions.
Direct consumer reviews are scarce, but the limited feedback that exists points to appreciation for the ease of deploying 10 GbE and the NAS-friendly link-aggregation, while noting that the web-based interface may be a hurdle for less-technical users.
Professional sources position the QSW-M5216-1T-US as an entry-level core switch ideal for SMBs and departmental deployments that need ultra-high-speed 25 GbE connectivity without the complexity of enterprise-grade gear.
