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QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB

QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB

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$879.00at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $879.00 at Best Buy on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB

The TS-473A is a four-bay desktop NAS built around an AMD Ryzen V1500B quad-core processor, with 8 GB of RAM in this version and two 2.5GbE ports. Its main draw is expansion: two PCIe slots let you add a 10GbE card, an M.2 NVMe cache card or a graphics card, and two M.2 slots are built in for SSD caching. That puts it above fixed-configuration four-bay boxes from Synology and ASUSTOR, which rarely offer PCIe at this size. It suits home labs, small offices and media hoarders who want room to grow, and it is more hardware than a plug-and-play backup box needs.

Best forHome lab and virtualization usersSmall offices needing shared storageMedia libraries and Plex serversBuyers who want to add 10GbE later
Pros
  • Quad-core Ryzen V1500B with 8 GB RAM, upgradeable to 64 GB
  • Two 2.5GbE ports for link aggregation or failover
  • Two PCIe slots and two built-in M.2 slots for cache or 10GbE
  • Four SATA bays plus room for 2.5-inch SSDs
  • Supports RAID 0/1/5/6/10 and JBOD
  • Long software support through QTS and QuTS hero
Cons
  • No HDMI output, so no direct display or HTPC use
  • No dedicated graphics, so Plex transcoding is CPU-bound
  • Runs warmer and louder than low-power ARM NAS units
  • QTS interface is busier and less polished than Synology DSM
  • Drive trays and caddies are not included with bare chassis

QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB prices at every store

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QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB price history

Lowest price we've seen: $879.00 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners rate the TS-473A highly for its build and expansion options, calling it one of the few four-bay NAS units with real PCIe headroom. Complaints center on fan noise, the learning curve of QTS and weak transcoding without a GPU.

What people mention
  • ExpansionPraisedOwners like the two PCIe slots and built-in M.2 slots for adding 10GbE or SSD cache later.
  • NoiseCriticisedSeveral owners say the cooling fan is audible and louder than expected in a living space.
  • Network speedPraisedThe dual 2.5GbE ports are reported to give fast transfers when paired with matching switches.
  • SoftwareMixedQTS is feature-rich but users find its interface busier and harder to learn than rivals.
  • TranscodingCriticisedReviewers note 4K Plex transcoding is limited without a dedicated graphics card.

Specifications

Built-In Hard Drive
NoSource
Rack Mounting
NoSource
Ethernet Ports
2Source
Processor Speed (GHz)
2.2Source
USB-A

Questions and answers

Can I add 10GbE to the TS-473A?
Yes. One of its two PCIe slots accepts a 10GbE network card, and the other can hold an M.2 NVMe cache card or a graphics card.
How much RAM can the TS-473A take?
It ships with 8 GB and supports up to 64 GB across two SO-DIMM slots, so you can upgrade for virtualization or heavy caching.
Does it support Plex hardware transcoding?
Only if you add a compatible graphics card in a PCIe slot. The Ryzen V1500B has no integrated GPU, so CPU transcoding is limited.
What drives fit in the TS-473A?
Four 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch SATA drives. Drives and caddies are sold separately, so budget for both.
Is the TS-473A good for a home office?
Yes, if you need shared storage and room to grow. For simple backups, a cheaper two-bay or ARM-based NAS is enough.
Where is the QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $879.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the QNAP TS-473A-8G-US 4-Bay NAS Desktop 8 GB?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Newegg.

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Ethernet Speed
2.5 GigaBit EthernetSource
RAID
YesSource
USB-C
NoSource
Processor Cores
Quad CoreSource
Form Factor
2.5", 3.5"Source
eSATA
NoSource
Ethernet
YesSource
HDMI
NoSource
DLNA
NoSource
Thunderbolt
NoSource
SATA
YesSource
RAM
4 GB, 8 GBSource