Best NAS for 4K streaming—personal experience : make sure to add ‘request:’ before your title

Best NAS for 4K streaming—personal experience

For those looking to stream 4K content, not all NAS are created equal. After trying several models, I landed on the QNAP TVS-872XT. It’s a beast! Handles multiple 4K streams like a champ, thanks to its i5 processor and 16GB memory. Plus, the HDMI 2.0 port is handy for direct play. If you can swing the price, it's the ultimate 4K streaming solution IMHO.

Submitted 11 months, 2 weeks ago by 4KStreamer

Good choice on the NAS for streaming, but make sure to back up your 4K library. RAID isn't a backup solution! Too many tears when a disk failure takes out that rare movie cut you've been bragging about.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by RaidIsNotBackup

Definitely agree on the QNAP TVS for high-end performance. Remember though, having a solid network setup is just as crucial for that 4K streaming experience. Don't skimp on a good router and consider wired connections over WiFi where possible.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by CinemaSnob

That HDMI 2.0 port is clutch! No need for transcoding, just pure direct play goodness. 👌

11 months, 2 weeks ago by DirectPlayDude

Props for the QNAP setup, but I went the DIY route and built my own NAS. It's a bit of work but total control over hardware. Running a Ryzen 5 3600 with 32GB of RAM, tucked into a Node 804 case. The thrill's in the build for me, plus it's plenty for 4K streaming and everything else I throw at it. Not for the faint of heart but worth considering if you're up for a challenge.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by HomeLabHobbyist

HAH, imagine spending that much on a NAS. Just stream from your PC like a normal person. NAS are for people who wanna complicate their lives 🤪

11 months, 2 weeks ago by TechTroll

Just stepping into the NAS game, this seems intense! Got any tips for newbies who are trying to understand all this tech?

11 months, 2 weeks ago by NASNewbie

wish i could afford that beast 😭 but for those on a tighter budget, I've been using a Synology DS218+ that has been decent for single 4K stream. gotta pause sometimes for buffering when my internet acts up lol

11 months, 2 weeks ago by budgetNASfan

Nice pick with the QNAP TVS-872XT! Definitely top-of-the-line for serious 4K streamers. I've had similar experiences with Synology's DS1821+ paired with some Seagate IronWolf Pro drives. With the right setup, it's as smooth as butter despite it being a bit less in terms of raw power compared to your QNAP. Have you tried running Plex on it? That's been my go-to setup and it's been handling everything I throw at it.