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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs TESmart HKS1601-EB23: Comparison

TESmart HKS1601-EB23 has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). TESmart HKS1601-EB23 also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).

Pick the TESmart HKS1601-EB23 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 HKS1601-EB23?

On paper, TESmart HKS1601-EB23 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 HKS1601-EB23?

The TESmart HKS1601-EB23 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 HKS1601-EB23 (16-Port HDMI KVM Switch / 4K@60Hz / RS232 + LAN / Rackmount)
TESmartTESmart HKS1601-EB23

$379.00

TESmart

@ TESmart ›

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    5.9/10

    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
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    Button, Hotkey, Wired Remote, Mouse Gesture, Software (RS232/LAN)

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    HDMI

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head-72%
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    3840x2160 (4K) @60Hz; also 3440x1440@100Hz, 2560x1440@120Hz, 1920x1080@240HzBest

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    Rack

  • Housing

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Metal, 1U rack-mountable
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    Rackmount (rack ears included)

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200-72%
    TESmart HKS1601-EB23
    3840x2160Best

    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 TESmart HKS1601-EB23 if you want the higher max resolution (3840x2160 (4K) @60Hz; also 3440x1440@100Hz, 2560x1440@120Hz, 1920x1080@240Hz vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution per display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PROTESmart HKS1601-EB23
    AmazonView on Amazon
    TESmart

    $379.00

    View on TESmart

    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 HKS1601-EB23

    6.8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A 16-port rackmount HDMI KVM with RS232/LAN control, TESmart's move into small-office rack territory at a competitive price.

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