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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & max resolution compared
On max resolution the spread is 27%, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & 2048x1536, so Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & takes it. Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & also leads on max resolution single display, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 2048x1536 on the Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &.
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 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 Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & suits mixed DVI/VGA four-machine setups needing one shared monitor and offices with legacy VGA hardware alongside newer DVI systems, though it is the wrong buy for 4K or high-resolution needs (DVI-I single-link caps at 1920x1200) and HDMI or DisplayPort-only source machines without adapters. 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 Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & 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 Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &.
Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &?
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
- –
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 4.5/10
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
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 4 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1 displays
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 1 displays
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Port buttons and keyboard hotkeys
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- DVI-I / VGA
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- DVI-I 2.0 (Single Link)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200 per head-27%
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 1920x1200@60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536@30Hz (VGA)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 2
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 2
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Desk
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Yes
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200-27%
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 2048x1536Best
Housing Material
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Metal, 1U rack-mountable
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Metal with plastic front panel
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro if you want the higher max resolution (1920x1200@60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536@30Hz (VGA) vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (2048x1536 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO | Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro |
|---|---|---|
| LINDY | $382.02 View on LINDY |
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.
Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
6.7 / 10 Expert Rating
An older 4-port DVI-I KVM Pro capped at 1920x1200, solid build but visibly behind current DisplayPort/HDMI-based LINDY models.
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