Synology DS923+ vs WD My Passport Portable SSD
Verdict: The Synology DS923+ excels as a multi-bay NAS for shared storage and media serving per RTINGS and Synology user reports while the WD My Passport Portable SSD is a fast single-drive option for mobile use per CNET tests. They target entirely different scenarios with the NAS providing 9 features versus 5 and superior longevity scores. Direct comparison is limited as one is a network appliance and the other a portable drive.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: Synology DS923+
Synology DS923+: 8/10
WD My Passport Portable SSD: 6.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Synology DS923+ | WD My Passport Portable SSD | |
|---|---|---|
| form_factor | Desktop 4-bay | Pocket-sized portable |
| interface | 2.5GbE + USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| max_storage | up to 80 TB (4 bays) | up to 4 TB |
| max_transfer_speed | 280 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Synology DS923+
What works
- Supports RAID 5/6 and Synology DSM for centralized file sharing
- Expandable with 10GbE via PCIe slot
- Hardware transcoding for media servers
What doesn't
- Requires separate drives (not included)
- Higher power draw at 35W idle
WD My Passport Portable SSD
What works
- Bus-powered with no external PSU needed
- IP65 water and dust resistance on some variants
- 5-year warranty with hardware encryption
What doesn't
- No RAID or multi-user access
- Limited to single-drive capacity
Bottom line
Our pick: Synology DS923+.
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