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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3: the max resolution single display difference

Max resolution single display is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3 5120x2880, a 84% lead for Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3.

Who each one is for

The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO is the one to take for broadcast and security operations needing rack-mounted, RS232-controllable switching, though it is not built 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. Buy the Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3 for you need more than 4K60, up to 5K at 75Hz. The same goes for A cheap KVM has already failed you on a gaming keyboard, high-polling mouse or audio interface. It is the wrong buy for you need two monitors. This drives one, and the AV Access iDock C20 does two for less. 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 Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3 differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 4 computers, cascadable to 8 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 2 computers on the Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3.

Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3?

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
Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3 (USB-C / 2 Computers / 1 Monitor / DisplayPort 1.4 / 135W PSU)
Level1Techs
Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3

$395.00

Level1Techs Store

@ Level1Techs Store ›

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    5.0/10

    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
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    Level1Techs

  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    4 computers, cascadable to 8
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    2 computers

  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    AV4PRO
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    USB-C KVM Switch v3 (with USB Power Delivery / 135watts)

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1 displays
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    1 displays

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    Front push button; keyboard hotkeys on HID ports (Left-Ctrl, Right-Ctrl, Scroll Lock or Num Lock, then port number)

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    DisplayPort 1.4 out

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head-84%
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    Not recommended beyond 5K@75Hz; tested good at 4K@90Hz and 1440p@120HzBest

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    2
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    2

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    Desk

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    Yes

  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200-84%
    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    5120x2880Best

    Which one should you pick?

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

    Choose Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3 if you want the higher max resolution (Not recommended beyond 5K@75Hz; tested good at 4K@90Hz and 1440p@120Hz vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (5120x2880 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PROLevel1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3
    Level1Techs Store

    $395.00

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    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.

    Level1Techs USB-C KVM Switch v3

    6 / 10 Expert Rating

    At 395 dollars this is the most expensive switch in its class and it drives one monitor, has no EDID emulation, no Ethernet and 60W of Power Delivery per port.

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