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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P differ on switching method: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO at Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote, SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P at Front-panel pushbutton, network-based remote switching. They match on 4 other specifications, including port count, usb hub ports and kvm segment.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO or SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P?
On balance, adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P differ on switching method: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO at Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote, SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P at Front-panel pushbutton, network-based remote switching.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P?
On paper the two are close; the biggest difference is switching method: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote, SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P Front-panel pushbutton, network-based remote switching.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- –
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- 3.6/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Port Count
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 4
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- 4
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- Front-panel pushbutton, network-based remote switching
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- DVI-I / VGA
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- DVI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200 per head
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- 1920x1200
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 2
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- 2
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Yes
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- No
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Desk
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- Desk
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Adder
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- SmartAVI
Model
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- AV4PRO
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- DVN-4PDVNET-4P
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200
- SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
- 1920x1200
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher port count (4 vs 4) and the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO | SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Consumercarts listing | $310.91 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.
SmartAVI DVN-4PDVNET-4P
5 / 10 Expert Rating
Fine as clearance stock to match existing hardware, but discontinued status makes it a poor first choice for new installs.
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