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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch: the max resolution difference
Start with max resolution, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch 3840x2160, 72% in favour of SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch. SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch also leads on max resolution single display, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 3840x2160 on the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch. SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch also leads on usb hub ports, 2 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 3 on the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch.
Who each one is for
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. The same goes 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. The SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch is the one to take for Dual-monitor desks switching two full PCs together and home theater PC setups wanting Dolby TrueHD/DTS-HD passthrough, though it is not the pick for 4K60 or high-refresh needs (this is HDMI 1.4, 4K30 only) and single-monitor setups (dual-view is the whole point).
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch 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 SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- –
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 4.3/10
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
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 2 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1 displays
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 2 displays
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- IR Remote Control (up to 5m) and hotkeys
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- DVI-I / VGA
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200 per head-72%
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 3840x2160 (4K)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 2-33%
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 3Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Desk
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Yes
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200-72%
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 3840x2160Best
Housing Material
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Metal, 1U rack-mountable
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- Aluminium
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch if you want the higher max resolution (3840x2160 (4K) vs 1920x1200 per head), the higher USB hub ports (3 vs 2) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO | SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch |
|---|---|---|
| SIIG | $439.99 View on SIIG |
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.
SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A 2x2 dual-view USB HDMI KVM capped at 4K30, SIIG's more basic entry in the dual-monitor category.
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