Compared to DS920+, DS1019+ has vast internal memory, more drive bays, and better local sharing ability but it is comparatively noisier and expensive as well.
Lets start off with similarities and differences between both devices:
- Both NAS have 4-core processors but the CPU of DS920+ works at a faster frequency.
- DS920+ has 4 and DS1019+ has 5 drive bays. Hence, the storage volume is larger for 1019+.
- Both tools show the same sequential speeds and RAID efficiency.
- DS1019+ has enhanced local sharing capability in comparison.
- Both devices present the same competency for backing up data.
- Both tools are equally durable and carry the same replacement warranty.
- DS1019+ produces more noise than its competitor.
- DS920+ stands economically beneficial due to its lower price.
DS920+ is equipped with a quad-core high-frequency processing unit, offering lag-free streaming and encoding responses. The associated Synology drive allows many users to access NAS cloud accounting for better remote networking.
DS1019+ also contains a quad-core processor but it comes with five drive bays so, its storage capacity is larger. Moreover, it showcases enhanced sharing abilities by allowing a big number of concurrent connections. It keeps the cloud database updated via automatic Rsync service and faster management of syncing tasks.
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Side By Side Comparison:
| DS920+ | DS1019+ | |
| Processing unit | Quad-core, Intel Celeron J4125 2.0 GHz, bursting up to 2.7 GHz | Quad-core, Intel Celeron J3455 1.5GHz, bursting up to 2.3GHz |
| RAM | DDR4 (4 GB) | 2 x DDR3L (4 GB) |
| Compatible drive types | 2 x M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD 4 x 3.5″ or 2.5″ SATA SSD/HDD | 2 x M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD 5 x 3.5” or 2.5” SATA SSD/HDD |
| Number of bays | Four | Five |
Speed
Both systems present 225 Mbps reading and writing efficiency. The high-frequency CPU of DS1019+ accounts for quick data transmission and rapid read-write responses.
On the other side, the processor of DS920+ works at a higher frequency, yet its speed is identical to its competitor because the presence of two memory chips results in faster encoding and reading functions.
| DS920+ | DS1019+ | |
| Read (Mbps) | 225 | 225 |
| Write (Mbps) | 225 | 225 |
Design
These gadgets have an identical design layout characterizing a modish, matte black, and minimalistic outlook.
The front view shows drive bays and a marginal bar carrying a power button, a USB 3.0 port, and tiny indicator LEDs.
On the back panel, a USB 3.0 port, two 1GbE ports, an eSATA port, a security slot, two M.2 2280 MNVe SSD slots, fan exhausts, and a power inlet is present. Both tools show the same humidity and temperature endurance.
Comparatively speaking, DS920+ is a four-bay device that has lesser weight and produces lesser noise as compared to its contestant.
Besides lesser disk capacity, its internal storage is also half as compared to its competitor because it carries a 4GB DDR4 RAM.
Conversely, DS1019+ has more storage capacity because it is a 5-bay NAS and contains two memory chips, hence, the double RAM storage.
Due to the fifth drive bay, its weight is also increased.
Moreover, it produces louder mechanical sound reaching the decibel level of 20.8 dB.
| DS920+ | DS1019+ | |
| Color | Blackish | Blackish |
| Height O Depth O Width (millimeters) | 166 O 223 O 199 | 166 O 223 O 199 |
| Weight (kilograms) | 2.24 | 2.54 |
| Noise (decibels) | 19.8 | 20.8 |
Cloud storage Capabilty of both:
These tools provide cloud storage through Synology Drive which is a unified portal to store, sync, and share data remotely.
You can approach this private database with any compatible devices using DS apps for downloading, streaming, or collaboration purposes.
These cloud systems also permit mutual sync with public cloud platforms like Google Drive, Onedrive, Baidu, etc
When we talk about the proficiency of Synology Drive, DS920+ takes the lead over its competitor because it allows more PC clients to associate with the cloud network.
However, this device can store lesser data as it can hold fewer storage disks.
In contrast, the cloud efficiency of DS1019+ becomes relatively lesser as it enables fewer clients to connect with the network simultaneously.
But it stores comparatively larger volumes of data by accommodating an additional storage disk.
| Synology Drive | DS920+ | DS1019+ |
| Max. hosted files | 500,000 | 500,000 |
| Max. concurrent connections for PC clients | 600 | 450 |
Supported OS and browsers:
Synology cloud devices work with all major operating systems and support software from Microsoft, Apple, and Linux.
Both of these NAS are compatible with devices that operate on Windows 7, 10 or above, macOS 10.11 or above, Linux, iOS 10 or above, and Android 6.0 or above.
For surfing, cloud storage, and syncing functions you can use Google Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox with these systems.
Which has a better Backup?
These DiskStations rank equal for the efficiency of data backups because both allow the same RAID versions (JBOD, Basic, RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, SHR). Synology Hybrid RAID (SHR) is a patented technology that improves data accuracy on mirrored disks.
Similarly, both tools can effectively tolerate disk faults up to two storage disks without any data loss as all the files from one disk are automatically copied on the adjacent disk.
Snapshot replications and remote backup suite including active backup and hyper backup are also the same for both devices.
One advantage that DS1019+ has over its competitor is its large storage capacity.
It allows backup for larger volumes of data as it can accommodate five storage disks at a time.
While DS920+ offers backup for lesser data due to its four drive capacity.
Sharing Abilities of Both Devices:
When it comes to sharing abilities, DS1019+ has more proficiency for local sharing purposes. Comparatively, the double number of FTP/ SMB concurrent connections is possible with this device.
Similarly, it can handle more tasks for shared folder synchronization. However, this gadget ranks lower than its competitor for remote collaboration because it allows a minimal number of office users to work collectively on the same documents.
In contrast, DS920+ has lesser local sharing efficacy because it enables a minor number of FTP links, reaching 1000 connections at maximum.
It also takes more time to synchronize shared folders as it can maximally manage 16 sync tasks at a time.
Nonetheless, this device allows better collaboration through office files.
This feature makes it a suitable cloud system for businesses and organizations as up to 3400 users can access office docs simultaneously.
| DS920+ | DS1019+ | |
| Local user accounts | 2048 | 2048 |
| Maximum shared folder | 512 | 512 |
| Maximum SMB/NFS /FTP concurrent connections | 1000 | 2000 |
| Maximum chat user | 1500 | 1500 |
| Maximum office user | 3400 | 1800 |
| VPN connections | 30 | 30 |
| Shared folder sync task | 16 | 32 |
How to set up these devices?
Setup procedures for these devices are very easy as you can take the disk trays out from the drive bays at the front side and conveniently load or replace hard disks over them.
Just swap the drive outside and mount storage disks over them.
After loading your drives power up the equipment and access DiskStation Manager via ‘web assistant’ of the NAS portal.
Configure your private cloud and set up user accounts for networking.
Warranty Differences
Both these devices have well-built hardware structures and established software integrations so, they serve for several years without any faults.
Synology backs these products with a replacement warranty for three years.
Any user who gets damaged or faulty equipment can file a replacement claim. However, certain terms and conditions do apply.