One-Bay ARM Personal Cloud NAS
QNAP TS-133 Personal Cloud NAS
A compact one-bay home NAS with an ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core 1.8GHz processor, 2GB non-expandable on-board memory, Gigabit Ethernet, a neural processing unit and snapshot protection.
An approachable personal cloud for files, photos and backup
The QNAP TS-133 is designed for beginners and home users who want centralised storage, file sharing, syncing and multimedia organisation. Its built-in neural processing unit accelerates the stated face and object recognition functions, while myQNAPcloud and snapshots support remote access and data protection.
Key features and benefits
One-bay central storage
The single SATA bay supports the listed 3.5-inch hard drives and 2.5-inch solid-state drives.
AI image recognition
The built-in neural processing unit accelerates the stated face and object recognition functions.
Multimedia organisation
The product positioning covers central storage and organisation for photos, music and videos.
Secure remote access
myQNAPcloud is highlighted for accessing, managing and sharing files over the internet.
Snapshot protection
Snapshots help protect files from accidental deletion and malware-related changes.
Compact low-power design
The narrow tower has a stated typical operating consumption of 7.32W.
Who is this model best for?
A strong choice for
- First-time NAS users
- Personal file and photo storage
- Single-drive home backup
- Multimedia library organisation
- Remote access to a private cloud
Consider another model if you need
- You need drive redundancy inside the NAS
- You need expandable system memory
- You require 2.5GbE networking
Key specifications
- Processor
- ARM Cortex-A55, 4-core, 1.8GHz
- Memory
- 2GB on board, non-expandable
- Maximum memory
- 2GB on board
- Drive bay
- 1 × 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s
- Drive compatibility
- 3.5-inch SATA HDD; 2.5-inch SATA SSD
- Networking
- 1 × Gigabit Ethernet
- USB
- 1 × USB 3.2 Gen1; 1 × USB 2.0
- NPU
- Supported
- Dimensions
- 186 × 66.1 × 157.6 mm
- Operating power
- 7.32W typical
Full technical specifications
Processor, memory and storage
| CPU | ARM 4-core Cortex-A55 1.8GHz processor |
|---|---|
| CPU Architecture | 64-bit ARM |
| Floating Point Unit | Supported |
| Encryption Engine | Supported |
| Neural Processing Unit (NPU) | Supported |
| System Memory | 2 GB on board (non-expandable) Note: Reserves some RAM for use as shared graphics memory. |
| Maximum Memory | 2 GB on board (non-expandable) |
| Flash Memory | 4 GB (Dual boot OS protection) |
| Drive Bay | 1 x 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s, 3Gb/s |
| Drive Compatibility | 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives 2.5-inch SATA solid state drives |
| Max. Number of Concurrent Connections (CIFS) - with Max. Memory | 200 |
Software and system features
| Hardware-accelerated Transcoding | Supported |
|---|---|
| System Warning | Buzzer |
Network, ports and expansion
| Gigabit Ethernet Port (RJ45) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Wake on LAN (WOL) | Supported |
| Jumbo Frame | Supported |
| USB 2.0 port | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 port | 1 |
Physical, environmental and power
| Form Factor | Tower |
|---|---|
| LED Indicators | System Status, LAN, HDD |
| Buttons | Power, Reset |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 186 × 66.1 × 157.6 mm Dimensions do not include foot pad (foot pad may be up to 30mm / 1.18 inches high depending on model) |
| Weight (Net) | 0.97 kg |
| Weight (Gross) | 1.27 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 40 °C (32°F - 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 - 70°C (-4°F - 158°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5-95% RH non-condensing, wet bulb: 27°C (80.6°F) |
| Power Supply Unit | Minimum 36W Adapter (12VDC), 100-240VAC |
| Power Consumption: HDD Sleep Mode | 2.74 W |
| Power Consumption: Operating Mode, Typical | 7.32 W Tested with drives fully populated. |
| Fan | 1 x 50mm, 12VDC |
Frequently asked questions about the TS-133
What is the QNAP TS-133?
It is a compact one-bay home NAS for personal files, backup, sharing and multimedia organisation.
Which processor does the TS-133 use?
It uses an ARM Cortex-A55 four-core 1.8GHz processor.
How much memory is included?
The TS-133 includes 2GB on-board memory.
Can the TS-133 memory be expanded?
No. The 2GB on-board memory is listed as non-expandable.
How many drive bays does it have?
It has one 3.5-inch SATA bay.
Which drives are listed as compatible?
The listed compatibility includes 3.5-inch SATA hard drives and 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives.
Which network connection is included?
It includes one Gigabit Ethernet port.
Does the TS-133 have a neural processing unit?
Yes. A neural processing unit is listed for AI image-recognition acceleration.
Can files be accessed remotely?
Yes. myQNAPcloud is highlighted for remote file access, management and sharing.
What are the TS-133 dimensions?
The stated dimensions are 186 × 66.1 × 157.6 mm, excluding the foot pad.
Important information
The 2GB system memory is on board and non-expandable.
Some system memory is reserved for shared graphics use.
Power consumption was tested with drives fully populated.
