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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Adder Technology AdderView DDX10: Comparison

Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs AdderView DDX10 usb hub ports compared

Usb hub ports is where these two genuinely part company, Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO 2 against AdderView DDX10 1, a 50% lead for Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO.

Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs AdderView DDX10: which one fits your build

The Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO is the one to take for broadcast and security operations needing rack-mounted, RS232-controllable switching, though it is the wrong buy for single-desk users who only need to switch between two computers and buyers needing HDMI or DisplayPort instead of DVI/VGA. It is equally the pick for control room and NOC operators managing 4-8 machines across multiple monitors. It is not the one for budget shoppers, since modular head configurations cost more than a fixed 4-port switch. Buy the AdderView DDX10 for small server rooms or departments needing independent multi-user matrix access and facilities scaling into matrix KVM without the DDX30's larger cost, though it is not the pick for larger installations needing more than 9 computers (see the DDX30) and single-user desks that just need simple switching, not a matrix. The same goes for broadcast or lab setups with up to 9 computers and a few user stations. Our rating of the Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO (8/10): A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup. Our rating of the AdderView DDX10 (7/10): A right-sized entry point into true matrix KVM access for smaller installations that don't need the DDX30's full scale.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and AdderView DDX10 differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 4 computers, cascadable to 8 on the Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO versus Up to 9 computers on the AdderView DDX10.

Is the Max Resolution Single Display the same on the Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and AdderView DDX10?

It is. Both are listed at 1920x1200, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO (4-8 Computers / 1-4 Monitors / DVI-VGA / Modular Multi-Head)
Adder
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
AdderView DDX10 (1-9 Port Matrix KVM)
Adder
Adder Technology AdderView DDX10

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    6.6/10

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

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Adder
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    Adder

  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    4 computers, cascadable to 8
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    Up to 9 computers

  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    AV4PRO
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    DDX10

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1 displays
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    1 displays

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    Full matrix switching, software-managed

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    DVI

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    1920x1200

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    2Best
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    1-50%

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    Rack

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    Yes

  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200
    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10
    1920x1200

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 1).

    Choose Adder Technology AdderView DDX10 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Verdict

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup.

    Adder Technology AdderView DDX10

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A right-sized entry point into true matrix KVM access for smaller installations that don't need the DDX30's full scale.

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