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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK: Comparison

StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200). StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK also has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200).

Pick the StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO or StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?

On paper, StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK has the edge on max resolution, at 1920x1440 vs Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO at 1920x1200.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?

The StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO (4-8 Computers / 1-4 Monitors / DVI-VGA / Modular Multi-Head)

AdderAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO

StarTech SV831DUSBUK (VGA / 8 Computers / 1U Rackmount / USB Kit w/ Cables)

StarTech.comStarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK

$387.73

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AdderAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO

StarTech.comStarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK

$387.73

B&H Photo

@ B&H Photo ›

Specs and benchmarks

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Capability Score
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
–
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
4.7/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Switching Method
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
Button, Hotkey
Video Standard
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
DVI-I / VGA
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
VGA
Max Resolution
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
1920x1200 per head-17%
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
1920 x 1440Best
KVM Segment
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
Desk
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
Rack
Max Resolution Per Display
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
1920x1200-17%
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
1920x1440Best

Specification	Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO	StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
Capability Score		4.7/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Switching Method	Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote	Button, Hotkey
Video Standard	DVI-I / VGA	VGA
Max Resolution	1920x1200 per head-17%	1920 x 1440
KVM Segment	Desk	Rack
Max Resolution Per Display	1920x1200-17%	1920x1440

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 StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK if you want the higher max resolution (1920 x 1440 vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200).

Price comparison

Retailer	Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO	StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
Amazon	View on Amazon
B&H Photo		$387.73 View on B&H Photo

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.

StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK

6.9 / 10 Expert Rating

An 8-port 1U rackmount VGA KVM kit with cables, extending StarTech's dependable rack lineup to a mid-size server room.