Synology DS423 released (4-bay value series NAS)

Synology DS423 was released in Taiwan today on 15th March 2023. The new Synology DS423 is a powerful and versatile network-attached storage solution that is perfect for both home and business use. The predecessor DS418 featured RTD1296 processor. With its new Realtek RTD1619B processor, this device is able to deliver lightning-fast performance and support for a wide range of features.

One of the key features of the DS423 is its powerful processor, which features 4-cores running at 1.7 GHz, along with a Mali-G51 Bifrost GPU and an NPU with 1.6TOPS AI. This combination of hardware allows the device to handle even the most demanding workloads with ease. Additionally, the DS423 also features a hardware encryption engine for added security.

The memory size has not changed and is still 2GB DDR4. This will mean limitations on the number of apps you can run simultaneously.

In terms of storage, the DS423 offers 4 disk slots, which can accommodate both 3.5″ SATA HDDs and 2.5″ SATA SSDs. The device does not support disk hot-swap, not allowing users to add or remove disks without shutting down the device.

In addition to its powerful hardware, the DS423 also offers a wide range of connectivity options, including two RJ-45 1GbE LAN ports and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, which can be used for data transfer, backup, and more. The device also supports USB / SD Copy, allowing users to quickly and easily transfer files to and from USB drives and SD cards.

The DS423 also supports a wide range of file systems, including Btrfs, EXT4, EXT3, FAT, NTFS, HFS+, and exFAT, both for internal and external disk. This allows users to easily store, organize, and share files, regardless of the file type or operating system.

The device also comes with a variety of certifications, including FCC, CE, BSMI, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, EAC, CCC, and KC, as well as a 2-year hardware warranty, which can be extended up to 4 years with the purchase of Extended Warranty Plus. It also complies with RoHS standards.

The package contents include the host, accessory bag, transformer, power cord, RJ-45 network cables, and a quick installation guide. And it includes optional accessories as well like 3.5″ SATA HDD, 2.5″ SATA SSD, VisualStation, Surveillance Device Authorization Key, RAM module, and more.

Measuring at 184 mm x 168 mm x 230 mm and weighing 2.21 kg, the DS423 is sleek and compact, making it easy to integrate into any home or office setting. The device comes equipped with a 90W power supply unit and 80 mm x 80 mm x 2 pcs system fan. Users can choose between full-speed, cool, and quiet mode fan speed settings, depending on their requirements. Additionally, it has adjustable brightness front LED indicators, automatic power recovery, and is exceptionally quiet, with a noise value of only 22.9 dB(A).

In conclusion, the new Synology DS423 offers a powerful, versatile, and easy-to-use network-attached storage solution that is perfect for both home and business use. With its powerful processor, basic amount of memory, and wide range of connectivity options, it can handle even the most demanding workloads with ease, making it a great option for anyone looking for a reliable and high-performing NAS device.

Synology DS423 specs

Tell me more about this DS423 CPU

The RTD1619B is a SoC (system on a chip) developed by Realtek, a Taiwan-based company that specializes in the design of semiconductor solutions for a wide range of applications, including IoT, multimedia, communications, and more.

The RTD1619B is built on a 64-bit architecture, meaning it can handle 64-bit instructions and data and can address a larger amount of memory than a 32-bit CPU. It has 4 cores, meaning it can process 4 concurrent threads, and it operates at a clock speed of 1.7 GHz.

The RTD1619B is also equipped with a Mali-G51 GPU. Mali-G51 is a part of the Mali family of GPUs developed by ARM. It is a Bifrost GPU, which is the middle tier of ARM’s Mali GPU offerings and has a performance of 1.5 Gpix/s. It also included with NPU (Neural Processing Unit) which is able to perform 1.6TOPS of AI operations.

It’s likely that this SoC is targeted at embedded and IoT applications that require some level of real-time processing and AI capabilities, such as smart home devices, cameras, and other similar products.

RTD1296 vs RTD1619B

The previous model DS418  featured RTD1296 processor. The RTD1296 and RTD1619B are both SoCs developed by Realtek, both with 64-bit architecture, and both with 4 cores. However, there are a few key differences between the two:

1. Clock speed: The RTD1619B has a higher clock speed of 1.7 GHz compared to the RTD1296’s 1.4 GHz. This means that the RTD1619B will generally perform faster than the RTD1296 for tasks that rely heavily on the CPU’s processing power.
2. GPU: The RTD1619B comes with a Mali-G51 GPU, while the RTD1296 comes with a Mali-T820 MP3 GPU. Both are developed by ARM, Mali-G51 is Bifrost architecture and have a performance of 1.5 Gpix/s, meanwhile, Mali-T820 is Midgard architecture and have a performance of 1.2 Gpix/s. In general, the Mali-G51 GPU has higher performance than the Mali-T820 MP3, thus the RTD1619B is better equipped to handle tasks that require graphics processing, such as video decoding and gaming.
3. NPU: The RTD1619B comes with a NPU (Neural Processing Unit) that is able to perform 1.6TOPS of AI operations. This gives the RTD1619B an edge over the RTD1296 in tasks that require AI-related processing, such as image recognition and machine learning.
4. Power consumption: The RTD1619B may have higher power consumption than RTD1296 because of it’s faster clock speed and additional functionality.

It’s worth noting that these are general comparisons, and the performance of each SoC can also depend on other factors such as the memory, storage, and specific implementation of the software.

Can I upgrade RAM on DS423?

No, memory is soldered on the board. Here how it looks inside the box

DS418 vs DS420j vs DS423. What has changed?

DS423 compatible DSM7 apps

Backup apps

Multimedia apps 

What apps will NOT work on DS423?

You will need plus series NAS such as DS423+ or DS923+ to be able to have these additional apps.

Active Backup for Business
Active Backup for Business is designed to provide a comprehensive while centralized data protection solution, helping you back up business PCs, VMs, physical servers, and file servers all alike.

Active Backup for Business Agent (DSM)
Active Backup for Business Agent (DSM) allows you to back up your entire Synology NAS, including its system configurations, packages, and data to a remote Synology NAS. Before you start to protect your Synology NAS data, install Active Backup for Business on the remote Synology NAS as your backup destination.

Active Backup for Google Workspace
Active Backup for Google Workspace provides a centralized interface coming with auto-discovery for easy backup and management of My Drive and shared drives, the continuous backup mode for minimizing the risk of data loss, Active Backup for Google Workspace Portal for efficient restoration, and so much more.

Active Backup for Microsoft 365
Active Backup for Microsoft 365 provides a centralized interface coming with the auto-discovery service for efficient data backup and management, the continuous backup mode for minimizing the risk of data loss, Active Backup for Microsoft 365 Portal for easy restoration, and so much more.

Antivirus by McAfee
Powered by one of the most comprehensive engines in the industry, Antivirus by McAfee safeguards the valuable data and system partitions on your Synology NAS. Virus scans can be performed manually or according to a schedule, and the automatic update feature ensures you are protected with the most up-to-date virus definitions.

Bitdefender for MailPlus
Safeguard your Synology MailPlus with Bitdefender. By getting licenses from Bitdefender for MailPlus, you can rely on its powerful security engines to defend your mail system against spam and virus attacks, ensuring a secure and reliable email experience.

C2 Identity Edge Server
C2 Identity Edge Server retrieves directory information from C2 Identity. By setting it up, C2 Identity users’ access to on-prem resources can be rapidly authenticated by your Synology NAS.

Central Management System
Synology CMS (Central Management System) allows you to efficiently and conveniently manage multiple Synology NAS servers. It provides a single interface to monitor the status of multiple servers, create policies for batch editing the settings of server groups, and keep each server in your fleet up-to-date and running smoothly. Administrator permissions for groups or individual servers can be delegated to specific users or groups, allowing each administrator to control and manage certain configurations, further increasing administrative efficiency and flexibility.

Docker
Docker is a lightweight virtualization application that gives you the ability to run thousands of containers created by developers from all over the world on DSM. The hugely popular built-in image repository, Docker Hub, allows you to find shared applications from other talented developers.

Document Viewer
Document Viewer displays documents of various types, from Microsoft Office to OpenOffice, with ease and rapidity. You can even share documents simply with an encryptable link.

Migration Assistant
Migration Assistant seamlessly migrates data and system settings from your old Synology NAS to a new one, while ensuring maximized service availability. (Please ensure Migration Assistant is installed on the destination device for migration.)

PACS
PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) is a clinical data management system that consists of multiple open source medical imaging technologies, archive application with its user interface (dcm4che), DICOM viewer (weasis), Identity and Access Management function (Keycloak), and required environment (Wildfly). PACS can be used to store, access, transfer and manage medical images and digital reports in DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) format.

Presto File Server
Presto File Server is a package designed to deliver high-speed file transfer, regardless of latency and distance between a Synology NAS server and a computer or between any two Synology NAS servers when transferring over WAN. With Presto File Server, you can monitor user connections in real-time, better control the data arrival time with bandwidth settings, and schedule your tasks with Synology Presto Automator. Presto File Server License is required for package use, and a one-time 30-day free trial can be activated on every Synology NAS model.

Synology Drive Server
Synology Drive Server is a comprehensive solution for file storage, management, sharing, and synchronization. It is equipped with Synology Drive Admin Console for centralized management and monitoring, Synology Drive for file access via web portal, and Synology Drive ShareSync for synchronization across Synology NAS devices.

Synology High Availability
Synology High Availability leverages the ability of two Synology NAS to maximize service uptime. With the cluster design, the active server is responsible for running all services and sync data to the passive server, which stands by and takes over the services when the active server becomes unavailable.

Synology MailPlus
Synology MailPlus is a powerful webmail service with rich features. You can send and receive emails to and from any mail server and centrally manage all the incoming and outgoing emails. You can compose a beautifully formatted email with built-in stickers and text tools. MailPlus also provides the label and smart search functions to help you easily find and manage emails.

Synology MailPlus Server
Synology MailPlus Server provides a cost-effective mail solution for enterprises requiring high-level security and stable performance. The high-availability architecture provides single server fault tolerance to maximize service uptime.

Virtual Machine Manager
Virtual Machine Manager integrates various virtualization solutions in a centralized and refined interface, allowing you to easily create, run, and manage multiple virtual machines on your Synology NAS. With Virtual Machine Manager, you can allocate hardware resources more flexibly, build a virtualization environment for the purpose of the enterprise-level deployment and maintenance, migrate your virtual machines among hosts without disruption and provide a full range fault tolerance protection.

DS423 PLEX compatibility and performance

As of today, there is no Plex installation created for this CPU. When we can we will test a package made for RTD1296 ARMv8 which is a package for 64-bit CPUs. 

We can expect this NAS to be able to handle 1080p video transcoding in Plex. Maybe even a tiny bit of 4k (very simple files).

DS423 performance

SMB 1GbE – Sequential Throughput with HDD (64KB)

SMB 1GbE – Windows File Transfer with HDD

1GbE Web Server – Nginx PHP Response Performance with HDD

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