Video transcoding capabilities of AS-604T?

[philip101]

I'm trying to decide between the 304T and the 604T. The 604 has better specs, expandable RAM and more connection options.
One feature I require is the ability to transcode video on the fly to mobile devices. Is the 604T capable of sending transcoded video to Android or iOS devices? I understand the 304T is capable of doing this but please correct me if I'm wrong.
Thanks in advance.

[dondavis007]

1. I Think it depends on what you're transcoding with, ffmpeg or hardware.
2 The 304's hardware has decoding built in, but back to where you're transcoding with.

Most transcoding needs, I think, will need cpu, or a gpu if it's one usable in the box.

Listening in.

[philip101]

Thanks for comments, that's pretty much in line with what I thought.

It would be very helpful to hear from a member of the Asustor pre-sales team to get their thoughts on the matter.

[Allen@AST]

Hi phillip101,

Yes the 604T can transcode video to mobile devices. However, at this time, the smoothness of the playback will depend a lot on the quality of the original video file. The 304T can do this as well.

Thanks for your question,

Allen