Compared set
Only 1 of 32 models checked match every need here: “Build an all-SSD NAS”.
1 matching model from 32 checkedBest for this need
Best all-SSD NAS
Our pick
ASUSTOR Flashstor 6
Flashstor 6 is the only system here built around six primary NVMe slots.
Why it fits this need
- The chassis has 6 primary M.2 NVMe storage slots.
- Its fastest documented network path is 2.5 Gbps.
- Main trade-off
- An all-NVMe pool uses six M.2 drives, so drive choice has a large effect on total capacity.
More reasons behind this pick
- Hardware Plex transcoding is not documented for this model.
Flashstor 6 is the only system here built around six primary NVMe slots.
What the facts say
What the comparison shows
Useful conclusions from the current NAS devices comparison, followed by the checked facts used to reach them.
See the checked facts and calculation notes
Match countThe count uses the current product-to-need assignments for “Build an all-SSD NAS”. A need with no documented match does not count.
| Product | Needs matched | Checked facts | Source records |
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| ASUSTOR Flashstor 6 |
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What matters in practice
How to choose for this need
Flashstor 6 is the only system here built around six primary NVMe slots.
What decides this choice
NVMe remains costly per terabyte. It has six M.2 slots and no SATA bays. Its theoretical 2.5GbE ceiling is about 294 MB/s per link before disk limits.
Why ASUSTOR Flashstor 6 leads
The chassis has 6 primary M.2 NVMe storage slots. Its fastest documented network path is 2.5 Gbps.
When an alternative fits better
A processor upgrade cannot add a missing bay. Start with the storage layout and expected growth.
What this comparison cannot tell you
- Drive compatibility changes over time.
- Real transfer speed depends on the full network and drive array.
- Plex behavior depends on the exact media format and client.
1 options
Our pick and alternatives
ASUSTOR, FS6706T
ASUSTOR Flashstor 6
The chassis has 6 primary M.2 NVMe storage slots. Its fastest documented network path is 2.5 Gbps.
Winner whenbuild an all-SSD NAS and keep it small and quiet
Decisive facts
- The chassis has 6 primary M.2 NVMe storage slots.
- Its fastest documented network path is 2.5 Gbps.
Trade-off
An all-NVMe pool uses six M.2 drives, so drive choice has a large effect on total capacity.
Ready to choose?
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Our pick for this need
ASUSTOR Flashstor 6
The chassis has 6 primary M.2 NVMe storage slots.
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