Qnap TS-133-US 2GB
Score: 66/100
Synology DS423
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Synology DiskStation DS423 is a compact 4-bay NAS offering up to 72 TB raw storage with dual 1 GbE ports and a user-friendly DSM OS. Its modest 2 GB RAM and Realtek processor may constrain demanding workloads. Best suited for home users and small offices seeking affordable, low-noise network storage.
The QNAP TS-133-US is a compact 1-bay desktop NAS with a quad-core ARM processor and 2 GB RAM, aimed at entry-level home and small-office users. Its limited RAM, lack of RAID and only 1 GbE networking restrict scalability and performance for demanding tasks. Best suited for beginners needing simple backups and basic media streaming.
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— | 72 TBbest | |
1 | 4best | |
4best | 4best | |
1.8 GHzbest | 1.7 GHz | |
2 GBbest | 2 GBbest | |
2best | 2best | |
1 | 2best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest |
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Storage(2) | ||
Drive Bays | 1 | 4 |
RAID Support | false | true |
Performance(2) | ||
CPU Model | ARM Cortex-A55 | Realtek RTD1619B |
CPU Clock Speed (GHz) | 1.8 GHz | 1.7 GHz |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Ethernet Ports | 1 | 2 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 15.75×18.80×15.75 cm cm | 16.76 x 18.39 x 22.86 cm cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the TS-133 as the best-value 1-bay NAS, highlighting its powerful ARM quad-core CPU, generous 2 GB RAM for a budget unit, extensive app support and fast USB 3.0 connectivity.
Everyday users love the straightforward entry into the QNAP ecosystem, the quiet operation and the solid single-drive performance for backups and media streaming. Recurring frustrations revolve around a confusing initial setup, limited RAM/CPU when running multiple services, the single-bay design's lack of redundancy, and the perceived slowness of the 1 GbE network.
Professional reviewers commend the DS423 for its intuitive DSM operating system, robust Btrfs snapshot protection, and quiet, compact form factor, positioning it as a solid entry-level NAS for home and small-office use.
Everyday users praise the DS423's easy-to-use DSM interface, low noise level, and small size, highlighting its suitability for family media libraries and basic backup tasks.
