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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs TESmart HKS201-M24: Comparison

TESmart HKS201-M24 has the higher maximum resolution (7680x4320 vs 1920x1200). TESmart HKS201-M24 also has the higher maximum resolution (7680x4320 vs 1920x1200). They match on audio support and kvm segment.

Pick the TESmart HKS201-M24 if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (7680x4320 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 HKS201-M24?

On paper, TESmart HKS201-M24 has the edge on max resolution, at 7680x4320 vs Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO at 1920x1200.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO and TESmart HKS201-M24?

The TESmart HKS201-M24 is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (7680x4320 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. It also has 3.2 USB hub ports to the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO's 2, so it can switch between more PCs.

Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO (4-8 Computers / 1-4 Monitors / DVI-VGA / Modular Multi-Head)
AdderAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
TESmart HKS201-M24 (2-Port HDMI 2.1 KVM Switch / 8K@60Hz / VRR / USB 3.2)
TESmartTESmart HKS201-M24

$269.00

TESmart

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    –
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    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
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    Hotkey, Button, Wired Remote, Mouse Gesture

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    DVI-I / VGA
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    HDMI

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200 per head-93%
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    7680x4320 (8K)Best

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    2-38%
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    3.2Best

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Yes
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    Yes

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    Desk
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    Desk

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
    1920x1200-93%
    TESmart HKS201-M24
    7680x4320Best

    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 HKS201-M24 if you want the higher max resolution (7680x4320 (8K) vs 1920x1200 per head), the higher USB hub ports (3.2 vs 2) and the higher max resolution per display (7680x4320 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PROTESmart HKS201-M24
    AmazonView on Amazon
    TESmart

    $269.00

    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 HKS201-M24

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A 2-port HDMI 2.1 KVM with VRR and 8K60 support, popular in reviews for genuinely current display-tech support at a reasonable price.

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