QNAP TS-464
Four-bay desktop NAS with advanced connectivity and hardware transcoding
Alternatives
Choose Synology DS923+ if…
- you need SSD caching via dual M.2 NVMe slots
- you want native Docker container support
- you prefer a polished DSM web interface
- you run mixed Windows, Mac, and Linux backups
- you plan to host a Plex‑compatible media server
Choose Rock Pi 4 if…
- you need NVMe storage speed without a multi‑bay enclosure
- you want to run Linux or Android directly on the hardware
- you require dual 4K HDMI outputs for video or UI projects
- you prefer a single‑board, GPIO‑enabled platform for custom
Choose TerraMaster F4-424 Pro if…
- you need AES‑256 encryption for secure backups
- you run RAID‑10 for high‑availability storage
- you require an Intel i3 processor for compute‑heavy apps
- you want hot‑swappable drives for zero‑downtime maintenance
Choose ASUSTOR Lockerstor 6 Gen3 if…
- you need 10 GbE networking for large file transfers
- you require NVMe SSD caching to accelerate I/O
- you plan to scale beyond four drives
- you run multiple simultaneous media transcodes or VMs
Choose Synology DiskStation DS925+ if…
- you need a Ryzen CPU for heavy multi‑user workloads
- you plan to add a 10 GbE card via PCIe later
- you rely on Btrfs snapshots for ransomware protection
How to Decide
QNAP TS-464 is a four‑bay desktop NAS prized for its dual 2.5 GbE ports, hardware‑accelerated 4K transcoding, and compact, quiet design that appeals to home users and small‑business owners. The alternatives split into a few clear camps: Rock Pi 4 leans into a high‑performance RK3399 SBC with an M.2 NVMe slot for fast local storage; Synology DS923+ emphasizes a polished DSM software experience and Docker container support for self‑hosted apps; TerraMaster F4‑424 Pro differentiates itself with an Intel Core i3 CPU and dual 2.5 GbE networking for higher compute and throughput; ASUSTOR Lockerstor 6 Gen3 is chosen for its AMD Ryzen processor, dual 10 GbE ports, and two M.2 NVMe cache slots for ultra‑fast I/O.
When weighing replacements for the TS‑464, focus on (1) networking bandwidth – whether you need 2.5 GbE, 10 GbE, or aggregate links; (2) CPU capability – especially for hardware‑transcoding or container workloads; (3) storage scalability – number of drive bays and availability of NVMe caching; (4) software ecosystem – QTS versus DSM versus ADM or open‑source Linux, which affects app availability and management; and (5) overall cost structure, including the base enclosure price and any required add‑ons such as SSDs or extra NICs.
All Alternatives
“4‑bay Synology DS925+ offers comparable performance with upgrade paths, aimed at prosumers and SMBs.”
“Four‑bay desktop NAS targeting home/small‑business users, similar specs and price point.”
“High‑performance 6‑bay NAS, but still a desktop‑class storage solution for SMBs and creators.”
“4‑bay Synology NAS for home and small‑business, direct competitor in the same market segment.”
“Direct competitor 4‑bay desktop NAS with similar features, but runs QNAP’s OS.”
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