Terramaster F4-424 Pro
Score: 87/100
Terramaster F4 SSD
Score: 57/100Rankings
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.
A compact 4-bay all-SSD NAS with an Intel N95 CPU, 5 GbE, and strong media capabilities, ideal for home media enthusiasts.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
88 TBbest | 32 TB | |
4best | 4best | |
2.5 Gbps | 5 Gbpsbest | |
8best | 4 | |
32 GBbest | 8 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 33 W | 32 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21 dB | 19 dBbest |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest |
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Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | TOS 5.0 | TOS 6 |
Performance(6) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Core i3-N305 | Intel N95 |
CPU Cores | 8 | 4 |
System Memory (GB) | 32 GB | 8 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 2.5 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 33 W | 32 W |
Noise Level (dB) | 21 dB | 19 dB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.905 kg | 0.6 kg |
Power Supply Type | Internal | external |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports | 2 | 3 |
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 | TRAID, TRAID+, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD, Single |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, SATA SSD | PCIe 3.0/4.0/5.0 NVMe M.2 2280 |
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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.
Professional reviewers praise the F4 SSD as a breakthrough in compact, high-performance NAS design, highlighting its small footprint, quiet dual-fan cooling, upgradable RAM, 5 GbE + HDMI 2.1 connectivity, and robust hardware transcoding. Criticisms focus on limited PCIe lanes, lack of ECC memory, and single 5 GbE port.
Everyday users appreciate the silent operation, tiny form factor, straightforward setup, and flexible TRAID storage, while noting concerns about potential bottlenecks and missing physical security features.
