01-24-2025, 12:55 PM
Thank you for reaching out! I appreciate your interest in the Asustor Drivestor 2 Pro Gen2 (AS3302T v2). At the moment, I haven’t yet published a full review on the v2 model, but I’m definitely planning to cover it soon. It’s always exciting to see how manufacturers update their products, and comparing the v1 and v2 versions is on my to-do list.
Initial Comparison (v1 vs. v2):
From the specifications and improvements announced, the main differences between the v1 and v2 versions seem to be:
Processor Upgrade: The v2 model features the newer Realtek RTD1619B SoC, which offers slightly better performance, especially for 4K HEVC decoding and general system responsiveness.
Improved Firmware/Software Updates: Asustor has been refining its ADM software for better performance and additional features, ensuring the v2 benefits more effectively from these updates.
Connectivity and Compatibility: Both versions support 2.5GbE for faster network speeds, but the v2 might bring optimizations for newer peripherals and compatibility improvements.
Why Consider the AS3302T v2?
For £500 and 8TB storage, it’s a solid choice for home use if your primary needs are media streaming, backups, and light NAS tasks.
The upgraded SoC ensures better longevity and support for newer media codecs and ADM features.
If you’re not in a rush, I’d recommend waiting for the review, but if you’re ready to purchase, the v2 offers a better future-proofed option over the v1, especially for media-centric use.
Initial Comparison (v1 vs. v2):
From the specifications and improvements announced, the main differences between the v1 and v2 versions seem to be:
Processor Upgrade: The v2 model features the newer Realtek RTD1619B SoC, which offers slightly better performance, especially for 4K HEVC decoding and general system responsiveness.
Improved Firmware/Software Updates: Asustor has been refining its ADM software for better performance and additional features, ensuring the v2 benefits more effectively from these updates.
Connectivity and Compatibility: Both versions support 2.5GbE for faster network speeds, but the v2 might bring optimizations for newer peripherals and compatibility improvements.
Why Consider the AS3302T v2?
For £500 and 8TB storage, it’s a solid choice for home use if your primary needs are media streaming, backups, and light NAS tasks.
The upgraded SoC ensures better longevity and support for newer media codecs and ADM features.
If you’re not in a rush, I’d recommend waiting for the review, but if you’re ready to purchase, the v2 offers a better future-proofed option over the v1, especially for media-centric use.