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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H: the max resolution single display difference
Start with max resolution single display, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H 3840x2160, 72% in favour of Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO or Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H?
The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO suits broadcast and security operations needing rack-mounted, RS232-controllable switching, though it is not the pick for single-desk users who only need to switch between two computers and buyers needing HDMI or DisplayPort instead of DVI/VGA. The same goes 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. The Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H is the one to take for IT teams standardizing on Avocent hardware and support contracts and four-machine desks not requiring security isolation, though it is not built for budget buyers who don't need enterprise support and two-machine setups (oversized for the need). Avoid it for security-conscious desks (the SwitchView 300 offers isolation for the same price). Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO (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 Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H (6/10): solid but overpriced next to its own isolated sibling at the same cost - worth it mainly for existing Avocent support contracts.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H differ on audio support?
Yes. Audio Support reads Yes on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus No on the Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H.
Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H?
It is. Both are listed at 2, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- –
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- 4.9/10
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
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- Avocent
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 4 computers, cascadable to 8
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- 4 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- AV4PRO
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- SV240DPH
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1 displays
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- 1 displays
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- Front-panel pushbutton with LED port indicators
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- DVI-I / VGA
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- DisplayPort and HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200 per head-72%
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- 4K@30HzBest
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 2
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- 2
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Desk
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Yes
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- No
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200-72%
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
- 3840x2160Best
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO | Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,250.25 View on Consumercarts listing |
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 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.
Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SV Universal DP/H
6 / 10 Expert Rating
Solid but overpriced next to its own isolated sibling at the same cost - worth it mainly for existing Avocent support contracts.
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