Synology DS223
Score: 61/100
Synology DS925+
Score: 85/100Rankings
The DS925+ is a powerful 4-bay NAS aimed at prosumers and small businesses, offering an AMD Ryzen CPU, dual 2.5 GbE networking, SSD caching and extensive DSM features, though it lacks native 10 GbE and enforces a Synology-only drive policy.
The DS223 is a compact 2-bay NAS that offers a rich DSM software suite, low power draw and quiet operation, targeting home users and small offices needing reliable backup and media streaming.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
36 TB | 200 TBbest | |
2 | 4best | |
1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
4best | 4best | |
2 GB | 4 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 17.343 Wbest | 37.91 W |
| ↓ lower better | 14.6 dBbest | 20.5 dB |
2 years | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | DSM | DSM 7.2 |
Performance(5) | ||
CPU Model | Realtek RTD1619B | AMD Ryzen V1500B |
System Memory (GB) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 17.343 W | 37.91 W |
Noise Level (dB) | 14.6 dB | 20.5 dB |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.28 kg | 2.26 kg |
Power Supply Type | 60W | 100-120W adaptive |
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | SMB1/2/3,NFSv3/v4/v4.1,iSCSI,FTP,HTTP/HTTPS,SNMP,LDAP,CalDAV,WebDAV | SMB1–3,NFSv3–v4.1,iSCSI,HTTP/HTTPS,SNMP,LDAP,CalDAV |
Link Aggregation Support | false | true |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 36 TB | 200 TB |
Drive Bays | 2 | 4 |
RAID Support | RAID 0,RAID 1,Basic,JBOD,SHR | Synology Hybrid RAID,Basic,JBOD,RAID 0,RAID 1,RAID 5,RAID 6,RAID 10 |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA HDD,2.5" SATA SSD | 3.5" SATA HDD,2.5" SATA SSD,M.2 2280 NVMe SSD |
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Professional reviewers describe the DS223 as an ideal entry-level NAS that prioritises reliability, a rich DSM software ecosystem and low noise over raw processing power, while noting limitations in transcoding and virtualization.
Everyday users praise its effortless backup setup, quiet operation and intuitive DSM interface, but note the limited RAM and modest CPU for heavier workloads.
Professional reviewers praise the DS925+ for its powerful AMD Ryzen processor, dual 2.5 GbE networking, and flexible SSD caching, noting enterprise-grade performance in a compact form factor, while criticizing the loss of 10 GbE and strict drive ecosystem.
Everyday users appreciate fast file transfers, quiet operation, and the ease of DSM, but some are disappointed by the locked-down drive ecosystem and lack of 10 GbE for future-proofing.
“Perfect for home backups - set it and forget it”
“DSM is the best NAS OS out there - so many apps and easy to use”
“Very quiet and small - fits on my desk without any noise”
