
QNAP TVS-h874-i7-32G-US
Score: 82/100
Synology DS1823xs+
Score: 84/100Rankings

The Synology DS1823xs+ is an 8-bay, high-performance NAS featuring an AMD Ryzen CPU, ECC memory, and enterprise-grade throughput. Its single power supply and desktop-only chassis limit mission-critical deployments despite the impressive speed and scalability. Ideal for SMBs, content creators, and IT pros needing ultra-fast file serving and large, expandable storage.

The QNAP TVS-h874-i7-32G is an 8-bay high-speed desktop NAS featuring a 12th-Gen Intel i7 12-core CPU, 32 GB RAM and extensive PCIe/M.2 expansion, targeting SMBs with demanding ZFS, virtualization and GPU-accelerated workloads. Its large size, weight and premium cost may deter home users or small offices with limited space and budget. Ideal for businesses needing top-tier performance and flexible expansion.
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— | 200 TBbest | |
8best | 8best | |
12best | 4 | |
32 GBbest | 8 GB | |
— | 3,100 MB/sbest | |
— | 2,600 MB/sbest | |
3best | 3best | |
2 | 4best |
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Performance(3) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Core i7 12-core 12th Gen | AMD Ryzen V1780B |
CPU Cores | 12 | 4 |
Memory (RAM) (GB) | 32 GB | 8 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Ethernet Ports | 2 | 4 |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 2.5 Gbps | 10 Gbps |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 250 W | 87.93 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 6.2 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 35.56×43.18×40.64 cm cm | 31.98x45.99x36.99 cm |

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StorageReview.com and other editors commend the TVS-h874-i7-32G for its high-end Intel i7 CPU, ample RAM and robust caching, positioning it as a powerful SMB solution for ZFS-based storage, media transcoding and virtualization.

Professional reviewers highlight the DS1823xs+ as a powerhouse for business environments, emphasizing its blazing sequential throughput, high IOPS capability, and the flexibility to expand to 18 bays or upgrade networking via PCIe. They also commend its quiet operation and the mature DSM software suite, while noting the absence of a redundant power supply and the desktop-only chassis as limitations for mission-critical or rack-mounted deployments.


User feedback is scarce in the available sources; the product is primarily marketed toward professional users, and no specific everyday‑consumer reviews or complaints were found.