Best Plex Server 2026

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Last Updated - 22.07.2026

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UGREEN

UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus, 4-Bay Desktop NAS, Intel Pentium Gold 8505 Processor with 5 Cores, 8GB DDR5 RAM, Built-in 128GB SSD, 10GbE & 2.5GbE LAN, 2 × M.2 NVMe Slots, HDMI 4K (without Hard Drives)

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9.8

Exceptional

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Your hardware, your choice: Expand your storage without restrictions. With wide support for NAS hard drives from different manufacturers, you can scale capacity and performance individually.
WIDELY USED COMPATIBILITY UGREEN NASync is compatible with Western Digital, Seagate, Toshiba and other third party hard drives. Please check our compatibility list for full details.
User-friendly app: Manage your storage and access your files from all your devices easily with our customized software – all without multiple tools or complicated third-party software. Available for Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, web browser and smart TVs.
Professional data security: With secure encryption, user accounts and data are fully protected.
Note: 1. NAS hard drives and NAS HDD are not included and must be purchased separately. 2. Do not modify or reinstall the operating system yourself, do not turn off the device improperly and do not let it become powerless during the system update. Otherwise, this may result in the loss of drivers (e.g. for the network card) and network interference. 3. Actual network transfer speed is limited by factors such as home router, CPU, hard drive and file size; transfer speed may decrease.
Lightning-fast 10GbE and 2.5GbE network ports: The NASync DXP4800 Plus delivers data rates of up to an impressive 1250 MB/s via two separate ports. Ideal for anyone who needs fast and smooth transmission of 4K videos and large files.
4 Bays and maximum 144TB: The four SATA bay supports up to 32TB each. In addition, two compact M.2 NVMe SSDs with up to 8TB each can be installed (for SSD caching or additional fast storage). With full utilization of all slots, the maximum capacity is an impressive 144TB.
12. Gen 5-core Intel processor: This powerful Intel CPU delivers an exceptionally smooth experience and delivers significant performance gains over previous generations.

589,00 €
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UGREEN

UGREEN NASync DXP2800 GT 2-Bay Desktop NAS, AMD Ryzen R2514, 10GbE, 8GB DDR4 RAM (up to 64GB), ECC Support, U.2 & M.2 Slots, for Creator, Teams & Home (Diskless

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9.5

Excellent

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U.2 and M.2 SSD Expansion: U.2 SSD support in bay 1 and 2 enables enterprise NVMe storage for active project files, VM volumes and fast workflows. Two M.2 NVMe slots are suitable for SSD cache or high-speed storage, while SATA bays flexibly centralize large data libraries.
Stable 24/7 NAS performance: The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 with 4-core, 8 threads, energy-saving embedded architecture and versatile I/O is designed for stable 24/7 NAS operation. The DXP2800 GT reliably handles demanding tasks such as dockers, virtual machines, media indexing, and simultaneous access for multiple users.
Secure protection for your private cloud: Protect business and creative data with RAID, snapshots, version recovery, remote backup, rights management, and two-factor authentication. TUV and TRUSTe-certified privacy keeps your system private, so even UGREEN cannot access your data. Compatible ECC memory upgrades help detect and correct memory errors.
Intelligent AI Photo and Media Hub UGOS Pro organizes photos, videos and documents with AI search, face recognition, duplicate recognition, and smart media management. Create a private entertainment center for 4K playback, poster walls and your own video counters. With UGREENlink, you can access photos and media in the NAS on the go without complicated network settings.
Important Notes Before Purchasing: For ECC error correction, the factory installed non-ECC memory must be replaced with compatible ECC memory. HDDs and storage SSDs are not included. Plex can run via Docker but must be set up manually.
Centralize office collaboration: Centralize office files, project materials and backups in a private workspace. UGOS Pro supports shared folders, user rights, remote access, multi-device sync and file sharing for multiple people, so users and small teams use less scattered drives and collaborate more efficiently.
10GbE port for faster workflows: The 10GbE port delivers up to 10Gbps bandwidth in compatible network environments. In SMB or iSCSI workflows, users transfer large files faster, edit 4K projects, perform backups and access shared work folders faster.

509,99 €
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UGREEN

UGREEN NASync DH2300 2 Bay Desktop NAS, NFC Tap for Connecting, AI Photo Album, 4K Personal Video Library, Beginner-Friendly NAS System, Home NAS Server with 1GbE LAN and 4GB RAM (Without Hard Drives)

15% Off

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9.4

Excellent

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User-friendly app: Connect with just one touch via the built-in NFC module. No complicated setup – enjoy seamless and secure access to your data as effortlessly as a cloud service.
The 2 Bay NAS supports 4K Ultra HD output and organizes your movies and subtitles automatically. Simply connect it directly to your TV via HDMI, DLNA or a TV app to enjoy your favourite movies with your family at any time.
NO MONTHLY FEE A purchase to save all your family memories. Eliminating cloud storage costs will save you €719.88 per year*(Based on the standard package of €59.99/month for 12TB)
Easy sharing on all devices: Set up your NAS quickly and share files on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, web browsers and smart TVs. Securely access your data anytime, anywhere, with any device.
AI Photo Album: AI automatically organizes photos by faces, scenes and locations, removes duplicates and creates personalised baby growth albums - so all precious moments are easily preserved and easy to share with family via QR code or link.

208,00 € 245,99 €(15% Off off)
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UGREEN

UGREEN NASync DXP2800 2-Bay Desktop NAS, Intel N100 Quad Core Processor, 8GB DDR5 RAM, 2.5GbE Ethernet, 2×M.2 NVMe Slots, HDMI 4K, Network Storage for Home and Office (Hard Drives Not Included)

20% Off

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9.1

Excellent

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Your hardware, your choice: Expand your storage without restrictions. With wide support for NAS hard drives from different manufacturers, you can scale capacity and performance individually. Important: Compatible with almost all popular models (except WD Red Plus WD80EFPX).
User-friendly app: Easy setup and easy file sharing on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, web browsers and smart TVs, so you have secure access from any device.
Secure your own cloud storage: Keep complete control of your data with advanced encryption, so your files and personal information are always protected.
Note: 1. NAS hard drives and NAS HDD are not included and must be purchased separately. 2. Do not modify or reinstall the operating system yourself, do not turn off the device improperly and do not let it become powerless during the system update. Otherwise, this may result in the loss of drivers (e.g. for the network card) and network interference. 3. Actual network transfer speed is limited by factors such as home router, CPU, hard drive and file size; transfer speed may decrease.
More storage, less cost: Unlike expensive cloud storage subscriptions, the NAS only requires a one-time purchase with no ongoing fees and offers significantly more benefits in the long term. Storing your data on site also ensures significantly higher data security and gives you complete control
Huge storage capacity: Store up to 80TB and have more than enough space to back up all your files, photos and videos. Automatically create photo albums and enjoy your personal home theater. (NAS hard drive must be purchased separately)
Best performance in its class: equipped with an Intel N100 processor of the 12th generation and a 2.5GbE network port, this NAS can easily run multiple apps at the same time and transfer a 1GB file in just 3 seconds.
AI Photo Album: Automatically organizes your photos by recognizing faces, scenes, objects and places. It can also immediately remove duplicate photos, freeing up storage space and saving time.

349,99 € 439,99 €(20% Off off)
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Synology

Synology DS223J 2 Bay Desktop NAS White

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9.0

Excellent

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CPU Realtek 1.4 GHz
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x 3.5p or 2.5p HDD/SSD slots
1GbE RJ45 LAN
1GB DDR4 Memory

192,37 €
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zimaboard

ZimaBoard 2 832 Home Server Mini DIY NAS x86 Single Board Server Personal Cloud with Intel N150, 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, PCIe 3.0, Dual 2.5G LAN, Barebone Network Storage for Homelab/Docker/Router/Mini PC

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8.8

Very Good

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【Package Includes】: 1×ZimaBoard 2 832, 1×SATA cable, 1×12V/5A power adapter, 1×cooling fan. If you have any questions, please contact us via email or via the official ZimaBoard website - we are always here to help.
【PCIe 3.0 & Dual 2.5G Ethernet Ports】: The ZimaBoard 2 maintains the versatile interface design of its predecessor and adapts flexibly to a wide range of application scenarios. With the new PCIe 3.0 port and two 2.5G Ethernet ports, it opens up completely new possibilities for hardware expansion and ultra-fast data transfers. The Mini DisplayPort 1.4 supports crisp 4K image output, while the two SATA ports allow for easy storage expansion.
【Mini NAS & ZimaOS】: With just one cable and one hard drive, the ZimaBoard 2 turns into a compact mini NAS. The palm-sized, fanless design ensures quiet operation without the noise and footprint of traditional NAS devices. The pre-installed ZimaOS is user-friendly, feature-rich and supports RAID creation, so you can build your personal digital library individually. RAID protection also ensures data security in the event of drive failures.
【Local AI Laboratory】: ZimaBoard 2 supports local AI applications with PCIe GPU expansion for powerful multimodal models. Use tools like Ollama to run images, voice assistants or other AI projects directly on your device – fully privacy compliant and without cloud dependency.
【High Performance & Expandable Memory】: The all-new Intel N150 processor gives the ZimaBoard 2 an impressive performance boost - up to three times faster CPU processing. With advanced DDR5 memory (up to 16GB), the system allows effortless multitasking and lightning-fast response times. In addition, the ZimaBoard 2 supports up to 36TB of storage capacity, ideal for demanding NAS or server applications.
【ALL IN ONE APP】: Zima Client App makes saving and organizing your projects and photos easy and efficient. With just one click, you can import files from USB sticks, Dropbox or Samba LAN devices centrally in one place. Your data, your control – easy, secure and fast.
Easy cluster expansion: connect multiple ZimaBoard 2 devices to a more powerful and reliable system. Whether personal cloud, small website or multiple apps at home, your cluster continues to run stably even when a device goes offline. Easy setup, reliable performance and flexible expansion options that grow with your needs.

335,99 €
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Synology

Synology Diskstation DS124 NAS System

13% Off

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8.7

Very Good

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Surveillance Station: Standard licenses 2 (licenses must be purchased for additional cameras). The maximum number of camera stream outputs is 2 times the suggested maximum number of IP cameras
Small & Medium Business NAS Desktop Black; DiskStation Manager
Realtek RTD1619B 1.7GHz 1 DDR4
Number of storage drive supported: 1 HDD & SSD
Ethernet/LAN iSCSI support Wake-on-LAN ready
Cooling type: active
Backup features: iSCSI LUN

129,00 € 147,90 €(13% Off off)
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Asustor

Drivestor 2 Gen 2 AS1202T 2 Bay NAS

41% Off

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8.6

Very Good

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Supports Wake on LAN and Wake on WAN. Tool-free installation
Super fast 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Improved powerful internal display, smooth transcoding of 4K video
Equipped with Realtek RTD1619B 1.7GHz quad-core processor
1GB DDR4 RAM

154,88 € 264,31 €(41% Off off)
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LincPlus

LincStation N2 6-Bay NAS Server - Intel N100 Quad-Core, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB eMMC, 10GbE, 2X SATA HDD + 4X M.2 NVMe SSD, including Unraid License, Network Attached Storage (Diskless) (N2)

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8.5

Good

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Versatile ports for direct use: Comprehensive connectivity with USB-C (10Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen2, HDMI 2.0 for direct 4K output to a monitor, and a 3.5mm audio output for maximum flexibility.
State-of-the-art Intel CPU & ample memory: The economical Intel Alder Lake-N N100 processor (4 cores, up to 3.4 GHz) works together with 16 GB of fixed LPDDR5 RAM. This combination supports smooth 4K streaming, speedy data backups and efficient work with multiple programs simultaneously.Outlets for direct use: Comprehensive connectivity with USB-C (10Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen2, HDMI 2.0 for direct 4K output to a monitor, and a 3.5mm audio output for maximum flexibility.
Includes Unraid OS Starter License: Get the full flexibility of Unraid right out of the box. Combine hard drives of various sizes and types into one array, maximize usable capacity with the efficient Parity system, and expand capabilities with countless community apps for media, virtualization, and more.
Ideal for Media Center & Private Cloud: The perfect central hub for your digital life: Ideal as a Plex/Jellyfin media server, docker containers, centralized photo/video backups, personal cloud solutions or game servers. Designed for tech enthusiasts, creative professionals and small offices.
Flexible storage options: The system offers multiple configuration options for your storage needs: 2 SATA 3.0 hard drive slots for 2.5" HDDs/SSDs (up to 9.5 mm) and 4 M.2 NVMe slots for 2280 SSDs. This allows high capacities to be effectively combined with NVMe speed.
Compact, ventilation-optimized metal housing: The space-saving, robust design with metal housing and strategically placed vents ensures optimal cooling for 24/7 continuous operation. Ideal for home office, study room or racks.
10 Gigabit Ethernet for high transfer rates: The integrated 10GbE network interface transfers data much faster than a 2.5GbE connection. Ideal for fast file transfers, editing high-resolution video content or sharing with multiple users.

409,90 €
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zimaboard

zimaboard 2 832 2-Bay NAS/DIY-Speicher Mini-Server | Eigenes Cloud-System mit Intel N150 Bauen | Für Plex, Nextcloud, Homelab & Entwicklung (Ohne Festplatten)

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8.4

Good

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【ZimaOS vorinstalliert + Breite Betriebssystem-Kompatibilität】 Wird mit vorinstalliertem ZimaOS geliefert und bietet ein sauberes, werbefreies Private-Cloud-Erlebnis mit zentralem Datei-Dashboard, automatischen Backups, P2P-Downloads, privater Foto-/Videofreigabe, über 500 Plug-ins sowie sicherer On-Device-KI, bei der Ihre Daten zuhause bleiben. Unterstützt außerdem TrueNAS, Proxmox, Debian, Ubuntu Server, pfSense, OpenWrt und Linux-Container – perfekt für Plex-Medienserver, Pi-hole, Firewalls,
【Verbesserte Leistung + Echte Erweiterbarkeit】 Die aufgerüstete CPU liefert über 3× höhere Leistung und sorgt für flüssigeres Browsen großer Ordner, schnellere Fotovorschauen und reibungsloses 4K-Media-Streaming. Dank PCIe 3.0 ×4 und dualen SATA-Anschlüssen profitieren Sie von echter Server-Flexibilität: Erweitern Sie Ihr System mit NVMe-SSDs, HDD-/SSD-Arrays, Multi-Port-NICs, Cache-Laufwerken oder sogar GPU-Karten für lokale KI-Modelle.
【Leistungsstärker als Pi & vielseitiger als Mini-PCs】 Ein einziges Gerät ersetzt mehrere Systeme: NAS, Router, Docker-Node, Medienserver, Firewall, KI-Edge-System und Home-Cloud-Server. Unterstützt zudem Smart-Home-Anwendungen wie Home Assistant, Frigate und lokale Automatisierungsdienste über Docker oder Linux-Container. Damit ist das ZimaBoard 2 ein leistungsstarker All-in-One-x86-Home-Server für Homelabs, Creator, Entwickler, Ingenieure und Self-Hosting-Enthusiasten.
【Leistungsstarkes x86-Server-Board】 Angetrieben von einem N150 Quad-Core-Prozessor mit bis zu 3,6 GHz, ausgestattet mit 8 GB DDR5-RAM und 32 GB integriertem Speicher, bietet das ZimaBoard 2 deutlich mehr Multitasking-Leistung als Pi-basierte SBCs und wesentlich mehr Flexibilität als Mini-PCs. Ideal für DIY-NAS, Router-Projekte, Docker-Stacks, Homelabs, KI-Edge-Workloads und kreative Studio-Setups.
【Dual 2.5GbE für stabiles und flexibles Networking】 Die dualen 2.5GbE-Ports bieten zwei unabhängige Hochgeschwindigkeitskanäle – ideal für WAN/LAN-Setups, Multi-WAN-Routing, VLAN-Segmentierung sowie erweiterte Firewall- und Soft-Router-Konfigurationen. Selbst bei intensiven Downloads, Backups und Media-Streaming bleibt Ihr Netzwerk schnell und stabil – perfekt für 24/7 Home-Server- und Studio-Umgebungen.

409,64 €