Choosing Between QNAP and Asustor for HDMI and Backups

Buying the Right NAS – Asustor or QNAP?

Obviously I am thinking future here, and the HDMI2 of the Asustor is added value, on another hand the PCIe of the QNAP is also cool. I tested an online demo of qnap, Synology and qnap operating systems. QNAP looks great, but I like the ASUSTOR one as well, and I like all the 3rd party apps. Both would do, maybe asustor portal is better for the TV Media center? not sure.

The Difference Between QNAP and Asustor NAS

Thank you for your Question. Choosing the right NAS for your needs is not always as easy as you would like. Often when purchasing your first NAS server, most of the decisions you make will be based on your understanding of home computers PCs and laptops. However, though a NAS server very similar in architecture to a regular PC, is it quite different in terms of hardware requirements and if you choose a NAS based on desktop PC knowledge, you run the risk of getting a device that at best is too powerful for your needs, or at worst is completely unsuitable for your storage requirements.

QNAP versus Asustor – HDMI and Media

Given the setup and environment you are describing, I would definitely recommend a QNAP over an Asustor – this is because although the ADM and Asustor platform is very good, it is still behind QNAP in terms of applications over the HDMI output. The Asustor and Asustor Portal platform has some great and brand unique applications, but even though there are Netflix, Amazon Instant, YouTube and other dedicated HDMI apps on the Asustor, they do NOT run as well or as smoothly as the QNAP version. Alot of this is because of the way brands choose to display and allow control of applications typically. Below is my video review of the HDMI output on the Asustor Nimbustor 4 NAS Drive for an idea of what I mean

This is because in almost all cases, the QNAP NAS and HDMI output (HD Station) uses dedicated applications that are built for the purpose. When you install and use them over HDMI (with a remote control or mobile network remote app), they are complete software with a dedicated GUI and control. By way of comparison, here is my (older) review of the HDMI platform, HD Station, on the QNAP NAS system.

In the case of Asustor, a large % of there apps over HDMI will open a browser window and what you are seeing is a web browser that is full screen. This means that although it looks the same, it is far less responsive, does not control intuitively and often is difficult to close the app/window completely. Not all apps run like this, with exceptions like PLEX and their own dedicated first-party apps, but for the most part the apps will not feel fluid and if this is a NAS to be used by others (with yourself as the IT guy), then I would strongly recommend a QNAP for you on this occasion.

Here is a guide I made on Asustor Vs QNAP that should detail this for you a little more:

Asustor or QNAP NAS in 2018

Ultimately choosing between a QNAP NAS and an Asustor NAS comes down to how comfortable you are with IT. With little price difference or physical build disparity between them, choosing between them has to be on a software and support choice. QNAP is a brand that has a strong first-party software support base and with a better budget for R&D, as well as pioneering work in Thunderbolt NAS and QuickConnect DAS on several of their units, you can see that they are investing heavily in their own wares. Whereas Asustor is a brand that has built a solid infrastructure but used it to enable users to use the apps and programs they are familiar with (Kodi, Milestone, VirtualBox, etc). So when choosing between QNAP and Asustor NAS, just think more about how technically savvy you are and your intended purpose.

Why Buy a QNAP NAS	Why Buy an Asustor NAS	Why Buy Either
Better Support OptionsBetter First Party App Support Better Direct Access Options Better Community Resources More Enterprise Options More Available	Wider 3rd Part HDMI App SupportA Pinch Cheaper to Buy Better Options for Gamers Typically Longer Warranty Often Featured in Seasonal Sales Better HDMI 2.0 Support	Many Mobile Apps for Android and iOsHuge collection of Free Apps in their respective App Stores Best Price Vs Hardware in the NAS market Support ALL modern NAS tasks and trends (depends on individual devices for full extent)

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