01-20-2023, 11:37 AM
Based on your usage, the Synology DS920+ or DS923+ would be good options for your NAS setup. Both models are powerful enough to handle data management, Plex, and running servers like Minecraft and Zomboid.
As for transcoding, it is the process of converting media files from one format to another so that they can be played on different devices. In your case, if you are currently streaming 1080p media on a 1080p TV, transcoding is not necessary as the files are already compatible with your TV. If you plan to upgrade to a 4K TV in the future nothing will change. You can stream 4k or lower-resolution videos just fine as long as it is done locally.
Remote 4k access it issue with ds923+. This is why people choose 920+ for remote 4k access via Video app. Plex 4k transcoding remotely would require qnap 674 series NAS.
As for transcoding, it is the process of converting media files from one format to another so that they can be played on different devices. In your case, if you are currently streaming 1080p media on a 1080p TV, transcoding is not necessary as the files are already compatible with your TV. If you plan to upgrade to a 4K TV in the future nothing will change. You can stream 4k or lower-resolution videos just fine as long as it is done locally.
Remote 4k access it issue with ds923+. This is why people choose 920+ for remote 4k access via Video app. Plex 4k transcoding remotely would require qnap 674 series NAS.