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QNAP TS-1277XU-RP vs QNAP TS-1283XU-RP
The quick verdict
- Leads on more specsQNAP TS-1283XU-RP3 of 6 differing specs (boost clock 4.3 GHz, max RAM 128 GB)
- Best forTS-1277XU-RP for creators moving large video files fast
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Spec ruler
In short
Bottom line. Of the 6 specs that differ, the QNAP TS-1277XU-RP leads on 2 (CPU cores and weight) and the QNAP TS-1283XU-RP on 3 (boost clock, max RAM, and LAN ports); 1 is within 2%. On our 10GbE video editing index, the TS-1277XU-RP scores 83/100 against 61/100.
Using the 12 specs published on QNAP's official hardware specification pages, here is how the QNAP TS-1277XU-RP and QNAP TS-1283XU-RP compare. CPU cores: the TS-1277XU-RP at 6 cores versus 4 cores for the TS-1283XU-RP, 2 cores more (1.5x). Among 204 QNAP models, the TS-1277XU-RP ranks in the top 13% and the TS-1283XU-RP in the top 22%. The TS-1283XU-RP leads on boost clock, 4.3 GHz to 3.9 GHz. Among 201 QNAP models, the TS-1283XU-RP ranks in the top 13% and the TS-1277XU-RP in the top 18%. On max RAM, the TS-1283XU-RP posts 128 GB and the TS-1277XU-RP 64 GB, a gap of 64 GB. Among 219 QNAP models, the TS-1283XU-RP ranks in the top 6% and the TS-1277XU-RP in the top 19%. LAN ports: the TS-1283XU-RP at 6 ports versus 4 ports for the TS-1277XU-RP, 2 ports more (1.5x). Among 219 QNAP models, the TS-1283XU-RP ranks in the top 1% and the TS-1277XU-RP in the top 18%.
Key differences 3
Max RAMTS-1283XU-RP leads
- TS-1283XU-RP 128 GB vs the TS-1277XU-RP at 64 GB
- the TS-1283XU-RP has 2.0x the max RAM
- among 219 QNAP models: TS-1283XU-RP in the top 6%, TS-1277XU-RP in the top 19%
Upgradable to 128 GB later
CPU coresTS-1277XU-RP leads
- TS-1277XU-RP 6 cores vs the TS-1283XU-RP at 4 cores
- the TS-1277XU-RP has 1.5x the CPU cores
- among 204 QNAP models: TS-1277XU-RP in the top 13%, TS-1283XU-RP in the top 22%
6 cores for backups and transcodes at once
LAN portsTS-1283XU-RP leads
- TS-1283XU-RP 6 ports vs the TS-1277XU-RP at 4 ports
- the TS-1283XU-RP has 1.5x the LAN ports
- among 219 QNAP models: TS-1283XU-RP in the top 1%, TS-1277XU-RP in the top 18%
6 ports for link bonding or separate networks
Key specs at a glance
| Spec | TS-1277XU-RP | TS-1283XU-RP |
|---|---|---|
| Max RAM | 64 GBtop 19% | 128 GBWINtop 6% |
| CPU cores | 6WINtop 13% | 4top 22% |
| LAN ports | 4top 18% | 6WINtop 1% |
| Boost clock | 3.9 GHztop 18% | 4.3 GHzWINtop 13% |
| Weight | 13.7 kgWINbottom 15% | 14.2 kgbottom 14% |
Show every spec
| Spec | TS-1277XU-RP | TS-1283XU-RP |
|---|---|---|
| Drive bays | 12top 15% | 12top 15% |
| CPU cores | 6WINtop 13% | 4top 22% |
| Boost clock | 3.9 GHztop 18% | 4.3 GHzWINtop 13% |
| Base RAM | 8 GBtop 23% | 8 GBtop 23% |
| Max RAM | 64 GBtop 19% | 128 GBWINtop 6% |
| Max LAN speed | 10 Gbpstop 2% | 10 Gbpstop 2% |
| LAN ports | 4top 18% | 6WINtop 1% |
| PCIe slots | 4top 1% | – |
| USB ports | 6top 4% | 6top 4% |
| Weight | 13.7 kgWINbottom 15% | 14.2 kgbottom 14% |
| Volume | 23.9 Lbottom 19% | 23.9 Lbottom 19% |
| Operating power | 106.7 Wbottom 21% | 105.1 Wbottom 24% |
| Warranty | 3 yrtop 7% | 3 yrtop 7% |
| Metric (0–100) | TS-1277XU-RP | TS-1283XU-RP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance percentile | 88.5WIN | 81.2 |
| Lightness percentile | 14.2WIN | 12.8 |
| Compactness percentile | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Small office fit | 100 | 100 |
| 10GbE video editing fit | 83WIN | 61 |
| Low-power compact 24/7 fit | 0 | 0 |
The details
How to choose
- CPU cores matters most → the TS-1277XU-RP (6 cores vs 4 cores)
- Max RAM matters most → the TS-1283XU-RP (128 GB vs 64 GB)
More TS-1277XU-RP leads
- Weight: 13.7 kg vs 14.2 kg
More TS-1283XU-RP leads
- Boost clock: 4.3 GHz vs 3.9 GHz
Combined metrics
- Total built-in LAN bandwidth (sum of port speeds): TS-1283XU-RP 24 Gbps vs 22 Gbps
- Operating power per bay: TS-1283XU-RP 8.76 W vs 8.89 W
Combined metrics
- Weight per bay: TS-1277XU-RP 1.14 kg vs 1.18 kg
- Memory headroom (max minus base): TS-1283XU-RP 120 GB vs 56 GB
Within 2%
- Operating power: TS-1277XU-RP 106.7 W, TS-1283XU-RP 105.1 W
Same on both
- drive bays 12, base RAM 8 GB, max LAN speed 10 Gbps
- USB ports 6, volume 23.9 L, warranty 3 years
Use-case scores
- 10GbE video editing: TS-1277XU-RP 83 vs 61
Use-case scores are Specotomy's own index, computed by fixed rules from official manufacturer specs; they are not manufacturer scores.
FAQ
- Which takes more RAM, the QNAP TS-1277XU-RP or the QNAP TS-1283XU-RP?
- The TS-1283XU-RP, with 128 GB against 64 GB for the TS-1277XU-RP.
- Which is lighter, the QNAP TS-1277XU-RP or the QNAP TS-1283XU-RP?
- The TS-1277XU-RP, with 13.7 kg against 14.2 kg for the TS-1283XU-RP.
- Which use cases suit the QNAP TS-1277XU-RP and the QNAP TS-1283XU-RP?
- 10GbE video editing: the TS-1277XU-RP. (based on our own use-case index)