Hanwha PRN-6400DB4 vs Hanwha PRN-6400DB4: Specification Comparison
Both products are the Hanwha PRN-6400DB4, a 64-channel 8K enterprise NVR. Product A (SKU PRN-6400DB4-104TB) is a bundle variant pre-loaded with 104TB of HDDs, while Product B (SKU PRN-6400DB4) is the base unit sold without drives. The underlying recorder hardware, firmware, and feature set are identical. This comparison surfaces the spec detail asymmetry between the two listings—useful for buyers deciding which SKU to quote—rather than a genuine hardware differentiation.
In This Guide
- Do both SKUs deliver the same channel capacity, resolution ceiling, and recording bandwidth?
- How do the two SKUs differ in storage capacity, HDD configuration, and data-protection options?
- Which SKU listing provides more complete integration, AI analytics, and management detail?
- Which should you choose: the PRN-6400DB4 or the PRN-6400DB4?
- Side-by-Side Specs
- FAQ
Do both SKUs deliver the same channel capacity, resolution ceiling, and recording bandwidth?
Yes. Both the 104TB bundle (Product A) and the bare unit (Product B) are documented at 64 channels with a maximum recording resolution of 32MP and a transmission/recording bandwidth ceiling of 400 Mbps in distributed mode and 150 Mbps in normal mode. Product B's listing explicitly states 32MP at 15fps under H.265 and 1080p at 480fps for local display decoding, while Product A's listing confirms the same figures. Neither SKU changes the channel licence count—both are licence-free at 64CH per their respective spec sheets. Simultaneous playback is documented in Product B only: up to 112 channels total (64 local, 16 remote per user, max 3 remote users).
How do the two SKUs differ in storage capacity, HDD configuration, and data-protection options?
This is the primary commercial distinction. Product A ships with 104TB of raw HDD capacity pre-installed across the 16 SATA slots. Product B is listed as a base unit with 'Up to 160TB' maximum capacity (16 × 10TB drives, hot-swappable) but zero HDDs included—weight spec for both is 14.3 kg without HDDs, confirming Product B ships empty. Both support iSCSI external storage expansion. RAID protection is identical on the underlying hardware: RAID 5/6 with an 8-HDD × 2-array configuration and Automatic Recovery Backup (ARB). N+1 failover redundancy is documented for Product B; Product A's listing references RAID 5/6 and ARB but does not explicitly state N+1. Non-RAID mode supporting the full 160TB span is noted in Product B's specs only.
Which SKU listing provides more complete integration, AI analytics, and management detail?
Product B's listing is significantly more detailed on integration and AI. It documents AI search attributes (person, face, vehicle, licence plate) with LPR support for Wisenet AI/P/X cameras, PTZ control via GUI/Webviewer/SPC-2000 with 300 presets, and full protocol stack (IPv4/IPv6, RTP, RTSP, SNMP, ONVIF Profile-S, SUNAPI). Remote access limits are explicit: 10 live unicast, 20 multicast, 3 search users. Web viewer compatibility (Windows 10, macOS 10.13; Chrome, Edge, Safari) and mobile apps (iOS/Android) are listed. Product A references AI search (BestShot, Attribute, object detection) and ONVIF/Wisenet/CMS compatibility but omits protocol stack detail, remote user limits, and PTZ preset count. Both confirm 2-way audio across 64 network channels. Security features (802.1x, IP filtering, signed firmware, Hanwha Techwin Root CA certificate) appear in Product B only.
Which should you choose: the PRN-6400DB4 or the PRN-6400DB4?
Our take: The PRN-6400DB4-104TB bundle is the stronger choice when procurement speed and a single-line-item quote matter—it arrives rack-ready with 104TB installed and RAID 5/6 pre-configurable, eliminating a separate HDD purchase order. The PRN-6400DB4 base unit is preferable when the integrator wants to specify their own drive brand, capacity mix, or staged storage growth up to 160TB across 16 hot-swap slots. On core performance the units are identical: 64 channels, 32MP ceiling, 400 Mbps distributed bandwidth, H.265/H.264/MJPEG/WiseStream, dual HDMI (4K@30Hz + 1080p@60Hz), and RAID 5/6 with ARB. The base-unit listing (Product B) carries materially richer spec documentation—full protocol stack, AI LPR detail, remote user limits, and web viewer OS matrix—so buyers evaluating technical integration should reference that datasheet regardless of which SKU they order. Both SKUs suit Wisenet-ecosystem enterprise deployments requiring licence-free 64-channel 8K recording.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha PRN-6400DB4 | Hanwha PRN-6400DB4 |
|---|---|---|
| SKU | PRN-6400DB4-104TB | PRN-6400DB4 |
| Channel Capacity | 64 CH | 64 CH |
| Max Recording Resolution | 32MP | 32MP |
| Recording Bandwidth | 400 Mbps (distributed) / 150 Mbps (normal) | 400 Mbps (distributed) / 150 Mbps (normal) |
| Included Storage (Raw) | 104TB (pre-installed) | None (drives sold separately) |
| Max Storage Capacity | Up to 160TB (16× SATA) | Up to 160TB (16× SATA, hot-swap) |
| HDD Slots | 16× SATA | 16× SATA (hot-swap) |
| RAID Support | RAID 5/6 + ARB | RAID 5/6 + ARB, N+1 failover |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG, WiseStream | H.265, H.264, MJPEG, WiseStream |
| Display Output | Dual HDMI (4K@30Hz + 1080p@60Hz) | Dual HDMI (4K@30Hz + 1080p@60Hz) |
| AI Analytics | BestShot, Attribute, Object detection | Person, Face, Vehicle, LPR (Wisenet AI/P/X cameras) |
| ONVIF | Yes | Yes (Profile-S) |
| Audio | 64 CH network input/output | 64 CH network; 2-way; G.711/G.726/AAC |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +40°C | 0°C to +40°C |
| Power Consumption (Max) | — | Max. 285W (972.5 BTU with 16 HDDs) |
| Weight (without HDDs) | Approx. 14.3 kg (31.5 lb) | Approx. 14.3 kg (31.5 lb) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the PRN-6400DB4 or the PRN-6400DB4?
The PRN-6400DB4-104TB bundle is the stronger choice when procurement speed and a single-line-item quote matter—it arrives rack-ready with 104TB installed and RAID 5/6 pre-configurable, eliminating a separate HDD purchase order. The PRN-6400DB4 base unit is preferable when the integrator wants to specify their own drive brand, capacity mix, or staged storage growth up to 160TB across 16 hot-swap slots. On core performance the units are identical: 64 channels, 32MP ceiling, 400 Mbps distributed bandwidth, H.265/H.264/MJPEG/WiseStream, dual HDMI (4K@30Hz + 1080p@60Hz), and RAID 5/6 with ARB. The base-unit listing (Product B) carries materially richer spec documentation—full protocol stack, AI LPR detail, remote user limits, and web viewer OS matrix—so buyers evaluating technical integration should reference that datasheet regardless of which SKU they order. Both SKUs suit Wisenet-ecosystem enterprise deployments requiring licence-free 64-channel 8K recording.
Is the PRN-6400DB4-104TB bundle or the base PRN-6400DB4 better for a large-scale enterprise deployment?
For deployments where time-to-install matters and 104TB satisfies the retention requirement, the bundle SKU (PRN-6400DB4-104TB) simplifies procurement. For deployments requiring custom drive sizing—up to 160TB across 16 hot-swap SATA slots—or phased storage growth, the base SKU (PRN-6400DB4) gives more flexibility. The recording engine, channel count, and bandwidth ceiling are identical on both.
Do both SKUs support RAID and what level of redundancy is provided?
Both are built on the same hardware platform supporting RAID 5 and RAID 6, each configured as an 8-HDD × 2-array, plus Automatic Recovery Backup (ARB). N+1 failover is explicitly documented in the base-unit (Product B) spec sheet; the bundle listing (Product A) references RAID 5/6 and ARB but does not explicitly state N+1—verify with the datasheet at /content/product-datasheets/PRN-6400DB4-104TB.pdf before specifying.
Does either SKU require per-channel licences, and do both support third-party cameras via ONVIF?
Neither SKU requires per-channel licences—both are documented as licence-free at 64 channels. Both confirm ONVIF support (Product B specifies ONVIF Profile-S). Integration with non-Wisenet cameras is possible via ONVIF, though AI analytics features such as person, face, vehicle, and licence plate detection are documented as requiring Wisenet AI, P-series, or X-series cameras.
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