01-06-2023, 12:04 PM
When choosing a NAS for use with Plex, RADARR, SONARR, and Transmission, there are a few key factors to consider. First, you'll want to make sure that the NAS has sufficient processing power and memory to handle the workload. You should also consider the number and type of drive bays, as well as the connectivity options (e.g. Ethernet, Thunderbolt) available on the device.
In terms of the specific models you mentioned, the DS923+ and DS1522+ both have good processing power and a reasonable number of drive bays, but do not support hardware transcoding. This means that they will rely on the clients (e.g. your NVIDIA Shield and Sony TV) to handle transcoding of media files, which may or may not be an issue depending on the capabilities of those devices. The DS920+ is a more powerful model that does support hardware transcoding, but it has been on the market for longer and may not receive as much support in the future as newer models.
The QNAP TS-464 is a newer model that also has good processing power and a reasonable number of drive bays. It supports hardware transcoding and has a range of connectivity options, including Thunderbolt and 10GbE Ethernet. However, you may not be as familiar with the QNAP software and ecosystem, which could be a consideration.
Ultimately, the best NAS for you will depend on your specific needs and budget. I recommend doing some research and testing to determine which model will meet your requirements and work best for your setup.
In terms of the specific models you mentioned, the DS923+ and DS1522+ both have good processing power and a reasonable number of drive bays, but do not support hardware transcoding. This means that they will rely on the clients (e.g. your NVIDIA Shield and Sony TV) to handle transcoding of media files, which may or may not be an issue depending on the capabilities of those devices. The DS920+ is a more powerful model that does support hardware transcoding, but it has been on the market for longer and may not receive as much support in the future as newer models.
The QNAP TS-464 is a newer model that also has good processing power and a reasonable number of drive bays. It supports hardware transcoding and has a range of connectivity options, including Thunderbolt and 10GbE Ethernet. However, you may not be as familiar with the QNAP software and ecosystem, which could be a consideration.
Ultimately, the best NAS for you will depend on your specific needs and budget. I recommend doing some research and testing to determine which model will meet your requirements and work best for your setup.