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TerraMaster F4-424 Pro 32GB · Exact identity: F4-424 Pro 32GB
4 primary bays · Intel Core i3-N305 · 8-core · 32GB DDR5 · 2 × 2.5GbE · Diskless: hard drives cost extra
Catalog amount: $730.99 · historical · Price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00. Tax and shipping excluded.
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F4-424 Pro 32GB: specifications and dated store comparison →32GB of memory for extra services, with a 2.5GbE ceiling per port
F4-424 Pro 32GB · Intel Core i3-N305 · 8-core · 32GB DDR5 · 3.5-inch SATA HDD / 2.5-inch SATA SSD / M.2 NVMe
The F4-424 Pro 32GB makes most sense when the NAS also runs services that use its eight-core N305 and supplied memory. Simple file serving often reaches its 2.5GbE limit before using that compute capacity. Original tests found useful SSD and multi-client options, but also setup friction and a four-HDD configuration that would not hibernate, so power and software behavior deserve attention. See the review evidence ↓
ComputerBase’s four-HDD RAID 5 read a 5.9 GB file at 281.28 MB/s over one port. Multi-client bonding raised reading to 556.27 MB/s. Neither result proves a specific VM/container count or a single-link 5GbE transfer.[6]
Two mirrored IronWolf 510 SSDs improved some repeated reads and writes, while other results barely changed or became slower. Choose cache versus a separate SSD volume according to the workload, not a blanket speed claim.[6]
ComputerBase measured 47.4 W idle and 60.4 W writing with four 20 TB HDDs, whose hibernation did not activate. The Gadgeteer also needed time to resolve Plex and CloudSync issues before smooth use. These results concern specific older TOS builds.[6][4]
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Living with it
ComputerBase’s four-HDD RAID 5 read a 5.9 GB file at 281.28 MB/s over one port. Multi-client bonding raised reading to 556.27 MB/s. Neither result proves a specific VM/container count or a single-link 5GbE transfer.[6]
Two mirrored IronWolf 510 SSDs improved some repeated reads and writes, while other results barely changed or became slower. Choose cache versus a separate SSD volume according to the workload, not a blanket speed claim.[6]
Our buying advice combines official specifications with the original reviews below. We have not tested this product ourselves. Expand a review for its setup, measurements and limitations.
Rob AndrewsJan 21, 2024
Strong hardware value for 32GB/8-core at launch pricing, but no 10GbE and Intel's 16GB CPU memory note is flagged. Dual 2.5GbE is the network limit.
Read the original reviewTerramaster F4-424 Pro NAS Review
Tested: F4-424 Pro with 32GB DDR5 described; dual 2.5GbE; two M.2; TOS 5 era. CPU marketed as i3 N300; a comment states Intel Core i3-N305.
Applies to: Matches this 32GB SKU for RAM. CPU naming N300 vs N305 is a documented conflict. Not the 16GB SKU.
Limits to keep in mind
Kathleen ChapmanApr 1, 2024
Initial setup required troubleshooting guidance, repeated Google Drive CloudSync reconnection and Plex folder visibility/permissions. A manual Plex package update helped.
Read the original reviewTerraMaster F4-424 Pro NAS review – powerful, fast, and relatively affordable
Tested: Gifted 32 GB F4-424 Pro; three 4 TB WD Red SA500 SATA SSDs, default TRAID/Btrfs with 7.26 TB usable. TOS 5.1.123 and TNAS PC 5.1.352 shown; Windows 11 laptop and Pixel 6 Pro. No controlled network-transfer method.
Applies to: 32GB SKU qualitative experience, not 16GB.
Limits to keep in mind
Mark PickavanceFeb 15, 2024
The side panel gave easy access to RAM and M.2 sockets. A Corsair SSD with an integrated heatsink prevented the cover from closing. Both USB ports are at the rear and no PCIe NIC slot is available.
Read the original reviewTerraMaster F4-424 Pro NAS review
Tested: 32 GB DDR5, TOS 5.1; drives, RAID, exact client and workload not disclosed. The article repeatedly names N300 rather than official N305.
Applies to: Physical inspection and dated software experience of the 32 GB F4-424 Pro; processor-specific assertions are excluded.
Limits to keep in mind
Frank HüberMay 27, 2024
Single-link file reading approached 2.5GbE capacity, while the 5.9 GB file write was lower at 181.64 MB/s. SSD cache improved that write result but did not improve every workload.
Read the original reviewTerraMaster F4-424 Pro im Test: Core i3 und 32 GB RAM für mehr Leistung im NAS
Tested: i3-N305, 32 GB, TOS 5.1; four 20 TB Seagate IronWolf Pro HDDs in RAID 5. Two 480 GB IronWolf 510 NVMe SSDs used separately as SSD volume or RAID 1 read/write cache. Exact build/client unspecified.
Applies to: Exact 32 GB sample; results are not assigned to the separate 16 GB SKU.
| Measurement | Result | Conditions & source location |
|---|---|---|
| Single-link file / folder write and read | 5.9 GB file: 181.64 / 281.28 MB/s; 15 GB folder: 176.05 / 249.49 MB/s | i3-N305, 32 GB, TOS 5.1; four 20 TB Seagate IronWolf Pro HDDs in RAID 5. Two 480 GB IronWolf 510 NVMe SSDs used separately as SSD volume or RAID 1 read/write cache. Exact build/client unspecified. Single 2.5GbE link; folder approximately 4,000 files.Page 2, CIFS |
| AES-256 shared-folder write and read | File: 177.08 / 273.27 MB/s; folder: 148.02 / 159.48 MB/s | Same single-link workloads and HDD RAID 5.Page 2, AES-256 |
| Bonded multi-client file / folder write and read | File: 280.96 / 556.27 MB/s; folder: 302.76 / 215.58 MB/s | Both 2.5GbE ports, multiple clients; not one client’s link rate.Page 2, Link Aggregation |
| SSD-cache single-link file / folder write and read | File: 234.71 / 282.83 MB/s; folder: 179.34 / 247.35 MB/s | Repeated accesses to warm the mirrored read/write cache.Page 3, SSD-Cache CIFS |
| SSD-cache bonded file / folder write and read | File: 302.98 / 563.23 MB/s; folder: 229.34 / 406.55 MB/s | Two clients; small-file write falls below the uncached result.Page 3, SSD-Cache Link Aggregation |
| USB 25 GB copy write / read time | 75 / 63 seconds | External SSD over USB-C; model unspecified.Page 2, USB-Backup |
| Idle / writing power | 47.4 / 60.4 W with four HDDs; 18.9 W idle with SSD volume | HDD hibernation never activated in the tested configuration.Page 3, power charts |
| Idle / HDD-access noise | Below 30 dB / 36.7 dB | 30 dB is the instrument’s lower measurement limit, not an exact idle value. Distance and weighting are not specified in this article.Page 3, noise prose and chart |
Limits to keep in mind
Examples ordered by recorded drive unit price, which may be historical or an editorial reference. Check capacity, vendor compatibility, included storage and price evidence before choosing. These are component checks, not compatibility certifications.
Component total: $1,040.97 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00 · 4TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00; drive price record: 2026-10-09T01:23:41.974420+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Component total: $1,110.97 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00 · 8TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00; drive price record: 2026-10-09T03:58:24.994342+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Price observed at the store on the shown date. Confirm the current price and availability at the store. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Component total: $1,120.97 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00 · 8TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00; drive price record: 2026-09-27T13:58:17.239646+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Component total: $1,350.95 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00 · 8TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00; drive price record: 2026-10-09T01:23:41.974420+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Component total: $1,490.95 · historical · Oldest price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00 · 16TB raw, before redundancy.
Historical price estimate. Calculated from separately purchased components, not a complete-system offer. NAS price record: 2026-09-26T08:34:40.931716+00:00; drive price record: 2026-10-09T03:58:24.994342+00:00. Historical price observation. Recheck the price and availability before buying; this is not a current offer. Price observed at the store on the shown date. Confirm the current price and availability at the store. Recheck component prices, stock, shipping and tax at the stores before purchase; even recent checks do not guarantee live prices.
Before you buy
Add suitable drives, an independent backup and any client/switch upgrades. RAID redundancy keeps some drive failures from stopping service; it does not replace a separate copy.[1]
Verify CPU, factory RAM, new condition, seller and selected variant before checkout. Shipping, tax and final availability can change.[2]
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No. The listed offers are new diskless enclosures with the stated factory memory. Add compatible data drives and a separate backup target.[1]
The current product pages advertise TOS 7, while dated reviews and some specification text refer to earlier versions. Confirm the shipping build and required apps for the exact CPU and memory variant.[1]
No. There is one SODIMM slot, so a memory upgrade replaces the existing module. The official F4-424 Pro maximum is 32 GB.[1]
No. Faster transfers depend on the client, workload and supported network configuration. Multi-client bonding results and network-only tests are not interchangeable with a single-computer file copy.[1]
Research updated Sep 11, 2026. Individual source check dates are listed below. Measurements belong to the named reviewers; tested configurations and software versions may differ from the product you buy.
Checked Sep 10, 2026 · Exact model page, hardware description, configuration selector and current feature sections
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Selected 32GB variant; Shopify price 73099 available true
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · 32GB; N300 vs i3-N305 comment
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · 32GB gift qualitative
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Original article and recorded parent findings.
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Original article and recorded parent findings.
Checked Sep 26, 2026 · Captured observation; sha256:7c7f43518743ede8fb6ec9e6566617879155233e9b331b498bf81d5d7b9024f8
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