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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A max resolution single display compared

On max resolution single display the spread is 72%, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A 3840x2160, so CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A takes it.

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A: which one fits your build

The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO suits 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. Avoid it for budget shoppers, since modular head configurations cost more than a fixed 4-port switch. Take the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A for your job is watching four machines and occasionally acting on one, which is what this design is for. It also earns its place with you have fewer monitors than computers, the one problem software cursor sharing cannot solve. It is not the one for you only ever work on one machine at a time. CKL's own 942HUA-3 at 199 is 4K60 for half the money. 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.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 4 computers, cascadable to 8 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 4 computers on the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A.

Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A?

It is. Both are listed at 2, 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
CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A (4x2 Multi-Viewer HDMI KVM Switch / Dual Monitor / 4K@30Hz)
CKL
CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A

$389.00

CKL Store

@ CKL Store ›

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    5.4/10

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

  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    4 computers, cascadable to 8
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    4 computers

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1 displays
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    2 displays

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    Keyboard hotkey, mouse, wired remote, push button

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    HDMI

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head-72%
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    4K (3840x2160)Best

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    2
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    2

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    Desk

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    Yes

  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200-72%
    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    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 CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A if you want the higher max resolution (4K (3840x2160) vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PROCKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
    CKL Store

    $389.00

    View on CKL Store

    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.

    CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    Two outputs doing different jobs is the right design.

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