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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs TESmart HKS0401A1U: Comparison

TESmart HKS0401A1U has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). TESmart HKS0401A1U also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). They match on port count, audio support and kvm segment.

Pick the TESmart HKS0401A1U if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 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 TESmart HKS0401A1U?

On paper, TESmart HKS0401A1U has the edge on max resolution, at 3840x2160 vs Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO at 1920x1200.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and TESmart HKS0401A1U?

The TESmart HKS0401A1U is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 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
TESmart HKS0401A1U (HDMI / 4 Computers / QHD 144Hz or 4K@60Hz)
TESmartTESmart HKS0401A1U

$160.00

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    4.6/10

    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
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    4

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    Front-panel buttons, hotkeys, mouse gestures, IR remote, auto-scan

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    HDMI 2.0

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head-72%
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    3840x2160 @ 60HzBest

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    Yes

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    Desk

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Adder
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    TESmart

  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    AV4PRO
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    HKS0401A1U

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200-72%
    TESmart HKS0401A1U
    3840x2160Best

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher port count (4 vs 4).

    Choose TESmart HKS0401A1U if you want the higher max resolution (3840x2160 @ 60Hz vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution per display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PROTESmart HKS0401A1U
    AmazonView on Amazon
    Consumercarts listing

    $160.00

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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.

    TESmart HKS0401A1U

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A 4-port HDMI KVM switch that uniquely offers QHD@144Hz alongside 4K@60Hz, well suited to mixed gaming and productivity setups.

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