Synology DS925+
Score: 85/100
Terramaster F4-424 Pro
Score: 87/100Rankings
The TerraMaster F4-424 Pro is a high-performance 4-bay NAS aimed at business and media-centric use, featuring an 8-core Intel i3-N305 CPU, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and dual 2.5 GbE ports, supporting 4K 60 fps transcoding and NVMe caching.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
200 TBbest | 88 TB | |
4best | 4best | |
2.5 Gbpsbest | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
4 | 8best | |
4 GB | 32 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 37.91 W | 33 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 20.5 dBbest | 21 dB |
3 yearsbest | 2 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | DSM 7.2 | TOS 5.0 |
Performance(5) | ||
CPU Model | AMD Ryzen V1500B | Intel Core i3-N305 |
CPU Cores | 4 | 8 |
System Memory (GB) | 4 GB | 32 GB |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 37.91 W | 33 W |
Noise Level (dB) | 20.5 dB | 21 dB |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.26 kg | 1.905 kg |
Power Supply Type | 100-120W adaptive | Internal |
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | SMB1–3,NFSv3–v4.1,iSCSI,HTTP/HTTPS,SNMP,LDAP,CalDAV | IPv4/IPv6, CIFS/SMB, NFS, FTP, SFTP, HTTPS, SSH, iSCSI, SNMP |
USB Ports | 3 | 2 |
Storage & Capacity(3) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 200 TB | 88 TB |
RAID Support | Synology Hybrid RAID,Basic,JBOD,RAID 0,RAID 1,RAID 5,RAID 6,RAID 10 | TRAID, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, JBOD, Single |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA HDD,2.5" SATA SSD,M.2 2280 NVMe SSD | 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, SATA SSD |
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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.
Professional reviewers praise the F4-424 Pro for its unmatched CPU power, abundant DDR5 memory, and advanced media capabilities such as 4K 60 fps transcoding with AV1 support. The dual M.2 slots and TRAID flexibility are highlighted as strong differentiators, while the plastic enclosure, lack of 10 GbE, and limited physical security features are noted as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the fast performance, smooth 4K streaming, and the convenience of NVMe caching, often noting the ample RAM as a major plus. Recurring complaints focus on the non-upgradable memory, the cheap-feel plastic chassis, and the missing front USB and security lock.
