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QNAP TS-855X vs QNAP TVS-882T
The quick verdict
- Spec leadeach leads on 5 of 10 differing specs
- Best forTS-855X for creators moving large video files fast
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Spec ruler
In short
Bottom line. Of the 10 specs that differ, the QNAP TS-855X leads on 5 (CPU cores, max RAM, volume, and 2 more) and the QNAP TVS-882T on 5 (boost clock, base RAM, LAN ports, and 2 more). On our 10GbE video editing index, the TS-855X scores 99/100 against 96/100.
Using the 14 specs published on QNAP's official hardware specification pages, here is how the QNAP TS-855X and QNAP TVS-882T compare. CPU cores: the TS-855X at 8 cores versus 4 cores for the TVS-882T, 4 cores more (2.0x). Among 204 QNAP models, the TS-855X ranks in the top 3% and the TVS-882T in the top 22%. The TVS-882T leads on boost clock, 3.4 GHz to 2.8 GHz, 1.2x. Among 201 QNAP models, the TVS-882T ranks in the top 24% and the TS-855X in the top 47%. On base RAM, the TVS-882T posts 16 GB and the TS-855X 8 GB, a gap of 8 GB. Among 219 QNAP models, the TVS-882T ranks in the top 14% and the TS-855X in the top 23%. Max RAM: the TS-855X at 128 GB versus 64 GB for the TVS-882T, 64 GB higher (2.0x). Among 219 QNAP models, the TS-855X ranks in the top 6% and the TVS-882T in the top 19%.
Key differences 3
CPU coresTS-855X leads
- TS-855X 8 cores vs the TVS-882T at 4 cores
- the TS-855X has 2.0x the CPU cores
- among 204 QNAP models: TS-855X in the top 3%, TVS-882T in the top 22%
8 cores for backups and transcodes at once
Base RAMTVS-882T leads
- TVS-882T 16 GB vs the TS-855X at 8 GB
- the TVS-882T has 2.0x the base RAM
- among 219 QNAP models: TVS-882T in the top 14%, TS-855X in the top 23%
16 GB out of the box for several apps
Max RAMTS-855X leads
- TS-855X 128 GB vs the TVS-882T at 64 GB
- the TS-855X has 2.0x the max RAM
- among 219 QNAP models: TS-855X in the top 6%, TVS-882T in the top 19%
Upgradable to 128 GB later
Key specs at a glance
| Spec | TS-855X | TVS-882T |
|---|---|---|
| CPU cores | 8WINtop 3% | 4top 22% |
| Base RAM | 8 GBtop 23% | 16 GBWINtop 14% |
| Max RAM | 128 GBWINtop 6% | 64 GBtop 19% |
| LAN ports | 3bottom 48% | 6WINtop 1% |
| Warranty | 3 yrWINtop 7% | 2 yrbottom 35% |
| USB ports | 4top 35% | 5WINtop 18% |
Show every spec
| Spec | TS-855X | TVS-882T |
|---|---|---|
| Drive bays | 8top 35% | 8top 35% |
| CPU cores | 8WINtop 3% | 4top 22% |
| Boost clock | 2.8 GHztop 47% | 3.4 GHzWINtop 24% |
| Base RAM | 8 GBtop 23% | 16 GBWINtop 14% |
| Max RAM | 128 GBWINtop 6% | 64 GBtop 19% |
| Max LAN speed | 10 Gbpstop 2% | 10 Gbpstop 2% |
| LAN ports | 3bottom 48% | 6WINtop 1% |
| M.2 slots | 2top 4% | 2top 4% |
| PCIe slots | 2top 21% | 2top 21% |
| USB ports | 4top 35% | 5WINtop 18% |
| Weight | 10 kgbottom 35% | 9.05 kgWINbottom 44% |
| Volume | 21.1 LWINbottom 31% | 21.7 Lbottom 29% |
| Operating power | 87 WWINbottom 31% | 90.7 Wbottom 29% |
| Warranty | 3 yrWINtop 7% | 2 yrbottom 35% |
| Metric (0–100) | TS-855X | TVS-882T |
|---|---|---|
| Performance percentile | 88.5WIN | 75.8 |
| Lightness percentile | 34.1 | 43.6WIN |
| Compactness percentile | 30.1WIN | 27.8 |
| Home media server fit | No data | 74 |
| Small office fit | 100 | 100 |
| 10GbE video editing fit | 99WIN | 96 |
| Low-power compact 24/7 fit | 0 | 0 |
The details
How to choose
- CPU cores matters most → the TS-855X (8 cores vs 4 cores)
- Base RAM matters most → the TVS-882T (16 GB vs 8 GB)
More TS-855X leads
- Warranty: 3 years vs 2 years
- Operating power: 87 W vs 90.7 W
- Volume: 21.1 L vs 21.7 L
More TVS-882T leads (performance and memory)
- Boost clock: 3.4 GHz vs 2.8 GHz
More TVS-882T leads (storage and connections)
- LAN ports: 6 ports vs 3 ports
- USB ports: 5 ports vs 4 ports
More TVS-882T leads (size, power and warranty)
- Weight: 9.05 kg vs 10 kg
Combined metrics
- Expansion slots in total (M.2 plus PCIe): 4 on both
- Total built-in LAN bandwidth (sum of port speeds): TVS-882T 24 Gbps vs 15 Gbps
- Operating power per bay: TS-855X 10.9 W vs 11.3 W
Combined metrics
- Weight per bay: TVS-882T 1.13 kg vs 1.26 kg
- Memory headroom (max minus base): TS-855X 120 GB vs 48 GB
Same on both
- drive bays 8, max LAN speed 10 Gbps, M.2 slots 2, PCIe slots 2
Use-case scores
- 10GbE video editing: TS-855X 99 vs 96
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-855X or the QNAP TVS-882T?
- The TS-855X, with 128 GB against 64 GB for the TVS-882T.
- Which draws less power, the QNAP TS-855X or the QNAP TVS-882T?
- The TS-855X, with 87 W against 90.7 W for the TVS-882T.
- Which is lighter, the QNAP TS-855X or the QNAP TVS-882T?
- The TVS-882T, with 9.05 kg against 10 kg for the TS-855X.
- Which use cases suit the QNAP TS-855X and the QNAP TVS-882T?
- 10GbE video editing: the TS-855X. (based on our own use-case index)