Buffalo TeraStation TS3430RN
Score: 81/100
Asustor AS6808T
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Asustor Lockerstor 8 Gen3 is a high-performance 8-bay NAS featuring a Ryzen quad-core CPU, DDR5 ECC memory, dual 10-GbE/USB4 ports and extensive security, aimed at professionals and SMBs needing fast, secure, and scalable storage.
A 1U rack-mountable 4-bay NAS with up to 32 TB capacity, quad-core CPU, dual 2.5 GbE ports and strong security features, suited for SMBs, but limited by modest memory and lack of SSD cache or snapshots.
| Attribute | Buffalo TeraStation TS3430RN | |
|---|---|---|
32 TBbest | — | |
4 | 8best | |
2.5 Gbps | 10 Gbpsbest | |
4best | 4best | |
2 GB | 16 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 38 Wbest |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.61 kg | 0.488 kgbest |
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| Attribute | Buffalo TeraStation TS3430RN | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
CPU Model | Annapurna Labs Alpine AL524 Quad-core CPU | AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 Quad-Core |
System Memory (GB) | 2 GB | 16 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 2.5 Gbps | 10 Gbps |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 12.61 kg | 0.488 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports | 3 | 5 |
Storage & Capacity(3) | ||
Drive Bays | 4 | 8 |
RAID Support | RAID 0,1,5,6,10,JBOD | Single, JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10 |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA III | 2.5"/3.5" SATA HDD/SSD |
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Professional reviewers praise the TeraStation 3430RN for its rock-solid reliability, robust security suite and straightforward deployment, highlighting the pre-configured RAID, rail kit and 2.5 GbE networking as key strengths. They note, however, that the modest 2 GB of non-ECC RAM, lack of SSD cache and absence of snapshot capabilities make it less suitable for high-performance or mission-critical scenarios.
Everyday users consistently commend the NAS for its easy setup, dependable day-to-day performance and strong security features, especially the ransomware detection and two-factor authentication. Recurring complaints focus on slower-than-advertised transfer speeds, limited memory causing performance hiccups, and the desire for snapshot functionality and lighter hardware.
Professional reviewers consider the AS6808T one of the fastest consumer NAS devices on the market, highlighting its Ryzen processor, DDR5 ECC memory, and dual 10-GbE/USB4 connectivity as delivering desktop-class performance.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the unit's speed, quiet operation, and robust data-protection features such as snapshots and ECC memory. Common complaints revolve around the USB4 limitation for direct PC editing, the learning curve of RAID setup, and the external power adapter's suitability for always-on environments.
“Easy Installation: Users appreciate the out-of-the-box RAID setup and included mounting hardware.”
“Stable Performance: Many report reliable file sharing and backup operations across Windows, Mac, and Linux.”
“The speed is unbelievable - transfers finish in seconds and the system stays quiet.”
