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Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO vs StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440). Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO also has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440). On price, StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK sits at $387.73 against $540.00 for Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO.

Pick the Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO costs $152.27 more ($540.00 vs $387.73), so decide whether its edge is worth it. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO or StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?

On paper, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO has the edge on max resolution, at 2560x1600 vs StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK at 1920x1440.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO and StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?

The Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO or StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?

StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK costs $387.73 vs $540.00 for Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO at the time of our last price check.

Adder ADDERView PRO (AV4PRO-DVI) (4 Computers / DVI / Secure Desktop KVM)
AdderAdder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO

$540.00

Amazon

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StarTech SV831DUSBUK (VGA / 8 Computers / 1U Rackmount / USB Kit w/ Cables)
StarTech.comStarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK

$387.73

B&H Photo

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    4.0/10
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    4.7/10

    These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Front-panel buttons, keyboard hotkeys, three-button mouse, RS232, optional RC4 remote
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    Button, Hotkey

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    DVI
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    VGA

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    1920 x 1440-32%

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    Desk
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    Rack

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    540.00 USD
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    387.73 USD

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO
    2560x1600Best
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    1920x1440-32%

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 1920 x 1440) and the higher max resolution per display (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440).

    Choose StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ADDERView PROStarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    Amazon

    $540.00

    View on Amazon
    B&H Photo

    $387.73

    View on B&H Photo

    Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.

    Verdict

    Adder Technology Adder ADDERView PRO

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    An affordable way to add isolated switching to a 4-port DVI desk without paying for certification or multiviewer features.

    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK

    6.9 / 10 Expert Rating

    An 8-port 1U rackmount VGA KVM kit with cables, extending StarTech's dependable rack lineup to a mid-size server room.

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