Hello Horders - I'm having a bit of a mental breakdown trying to decide on a NAS. I'll make this as short and sweet as possible. (Im very sorry you have to see another NAS post but Ive run out of resources)
Main uses - Media server (Plex), Home Security Cameras, & remote Cloud access to my information. The NAS will always be connected to a Mini PC or MacBook Pro.
I Know Synology is overpriced but I like their software & security. The DS423+ is the standard in the Plex sub but it's older and not as future proof. The DS923+ is newer but doesn't have quicksync or an intel chip. Does the chip & quick sync matter if it can rely on the PC for transcoding or maybe have an effect on buffering for the security cameras?
I will probably build my own server in the next couple years but I don't have the time to dive as deep as id like into that world. Ive scoured reddit and AI to only have gotten more in the weeds.
Price range: $500-700USD (Diskless) / Looking for a 4-5 bay unit.
Can a kind shaman please help point me in a decent direction?