Synology DS423
Score: 77/100
Asustor Flashstor 6 FS6706T
Score: 83/100Rankings
The ASUSTOR Flashstor FS6706T is a compact 6-bay all-SSD NAS delivering blazing 2.5 GbE performance and 4K transcoding. Its limitations include a modest 4 GB RAM base and the inability to use HDDs, which may restrict capacity flexibility. Best suited for content creators and small-to-medium businesses that prioritize speed over massive raw capacity.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
72 TBbest | — | |
4 | 6best | |
4best | 4best | |
1.7 GHz | 2 GHzbest | |
2 GB | 4 GBbest | |
— | 590 MB/sbest | |
— | 583 MB/sbest | |
2 | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Drive Bays | 4 | 6 |
Performance(3) | ||
CPU Model | Realtek RTD1619B | Intel Celeron N5105 |
CPU Clock Speed (GHz) | 1.7 GHz | 2.0 GHz |
Memory (RAM) (GB) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Ports | 2 | 4 |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Power(2) | ||
Power Consumption (Idle) (W) | 8.45 W | 0.83 W |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 28.3 W | 18.2 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.18 kg | 1.35 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 16.76 x 18.39 x 22.86 cm cm | 30.7×4.8×19.3 cm cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
Professional reviewers commend the FS6706T for its blistering all-flash performance that pushes the limits of 2.5 GbE, its silent operation, and robust 4K transcoding for Plex streaming, while noting the base 4 GB RAM and lack of HDD support as trade-offs.
Home users and small-business owners praise the fast SSD speeds, quiet operation and low energy use, but note occasional concerns about limited memory and the inability to add traditional hard drives.
