Best QNAP NAS for 1 User Video Editing

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I'm an IT Guy and helping a friend who is a video producer for a small non-profit. So I want to make sure the BEST choice and longevity is chosen for his NAS purchase. He is purchasing actually two. One he'll take home work on projects(uses a M1 MAC) and when he's back at work he'll connect a link to the other exact same NAS to Qsyc the difference during the day while he works on a 2nd project.

I thought the new Aug 2024 TS-432X would suffice, but after seeing your review not so sure that one would be fast enough and not really upgradable much. I believe the TVS-472XT-i3-4G already having ThunderBoth 3 ports on unit would be best and then the 2.5GB ports he can create simple network to sync. My question is do you believe that TVS-472XT-i3-4G would be the best option for this setup? Or is the TS-432X ok for now? Or do you recommend a Synology model that would fit the bill? I REALLY appreciate your time and you do SUCH a great job with providing the details of like/dislike Thanks!

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Thanks for reaching out! For a single user doing video editing, I think you could actually get away with a more budget-friendly option like the QNAP TS-432X if it's primarily for personal use and you don't need blazing-fast performance. It's definitely on the more affordable end, and with its 10GbE ports, it can handle file transfers relatively well. That said, it's still an ARM-based NAS, so while it works fine for storage, it might struggle a bit with heavier tasks like scrubbing through high-res 4K footage or multi-layer video editing, especially over time. So if you're okay with a few potential limitations, it could be a decent entry-level choice.

However, if you're looking to future-proof or plan to have multiple editors accessing the NAS at the same time, you'll definitely want something faster and more robust. In that case, I would recommend something in QNAP's TS-x73A or TS-x74 series. These models come with AMD Ryzen processors (x73A) or Intel (x74), which offer a significant performance boost, especially with video-related tasks. These models also have expandable RAM and PCIe slots, so you can upgrade as your needs grow, plus they offer a better overall editing experience, especially if you’re working with higher-res content or more complex projects.

In short, for a single editor on a budget, the TS-432X could work, but if you're planning to grow or want better performance, stepping up to the x73A or x74 series will provide a much smoother experience in the long run.

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I thought the new Aug 2024 TS-432X would suffice,  but after seeing your review not so sure that one would be fast enough and not really upgradable much. I believe the TVS-472XT-i3-4G  already having ThunderBoth 3 ports on unit would be best and then the 2.5GB ports he can create simple network to sync. My question is do you believe that TVS-472XT-i3-4G  would be the best option for this setup? Or is the TS-432X ok for now?  Or do you recommend a Synology model that would fit the bill? I REALLY appreciate your time and you do SUCH a great job with providing the details of like/dislike Thanks!

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