Terramaster F4-424 Pro
Score: 87/100
Buffalo TS3430DN3204
Score: 75/100Rankings
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 TeraStation 3430DN is a 4-bay desktop NAS aimed at SMBs, offering 32 TB of storage, strong security features, and dual Ethernet ports. It provides reliable 24/7 operation but is limited by modest RAM and lack of SSD caching.
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88 TBbest | 32 TB | |
4best | 4best | |
2.5 Gbpsbest | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
8best | 4 | |
32 GBbest | 2 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 33 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 21 dBbest | — |
2 years | 3 yearsbest |
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Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | TOS 5.0 | Windows 10/11/Server 2016–2022, macOS 12+, Chrome OS |
Performance(3) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Core i3-N305 | Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-524 Quad-Core CPU |
CPU Cores | 8 | 4 |
System Memory (GB) | 32 GB | 2 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.905 kg | 7.30 kg |
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | IPv4/IPv6, CIFS/SMB, NFS, FTP, SFTP, HTTPS, SSH, iSCSI, SNMP | CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, FTPS, SFTP, NFS, TCP/IP, iSCSI |
Storage & Capacity(3) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 88 TB | 32 TB |
RAID Support | TRAID, RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, JBOD, Single | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, JBOD |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, SATA SSD | 3.5" SATA III |
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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.
“Set up in under 30 minutes. Perfect for our 20-person office. Security features give us confidence.”
“The fan can get noisy during heavy use, but overall it's reliable.”
“I wish it had SSD caching for faster access to hot files.”
Professional reviewers commend the TeraStation 3430DN for its solid reliability, strong security posture and straightforward deployment, noting the 2.5 GbE port and closed-system architecture set it apart in the SMB segment.
Everyday users appreciate the plug-and-play experience, dependable uptime, and robust security features, especially the ransomware detection, while noting fan noise and limited RAM as drawbacks.
