D-Link DNS-327L
Score: 53/100
Buffalo LS220D1202B
Score: 65/100Rankings
The LinkStation SoHo 220 is a compact 2-bay desktop NAS with pre-installed 12 TB of storage and RAID 1 protection, aimed at home and small-office users seeking simple, reliable backup and media streaming. Its low power draw and ease of use are offset by modest performance and limited expandability.
The D-Link DNS-327L is a budget-friendly 2-bay NAS offering RAID-1, remote access, DLNA streaming and basic backup features, suited for home users and small offices.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 TBbest | 12 TBbest | |
2best | 2best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
0.256 GBbest | 0.256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 15.7 Wbest | 48 W |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.64 kgbest | 2.63 kg |
1best | 1best |
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|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
CPU Model | Marvell Kirkwood 88F6702A | Marvell ARMADA 370 |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 15.7 W | 48 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.64 kg | 2.63 kg |
Power Supply Type | External 36W | Internal AC adapter |
Storage & Capacity(2) | ||
RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, Standard | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD |
Supported Drive Types | SATA II 3.5" | HDD (SATA) |
Reviewers praised its low cost and feature set but warned about firmware stability and aging hardware.
Users like the cheap price and easy setup, yet many report hardware failures and occasional remote-access problems.
Professional reviewers describe the LinkStation SoHo 220 as a bare-bones, entry-level NAS that excels in simplicity and reliability but falls short on performance and modern features.
Everyday users appreciate the quick setup, built-in RAID 1 redundancy, and quiet, compact design, while complaining about the slow USB 2.0 port and lack of modern apps.
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“"Liked the web interface, remote access wizard, and"”
“"The fan can be "sometimes noisy""”
