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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure: the max resolution single display difference
Start with max resolution single display, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure 3840x2160, 72% in favour of Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO or Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure?
The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO is the one to take for broadcast and security operations needing rack-mounted, RS232-controllable switching, though it is not the pick for single-desk users who only need to switch between two computers and buyers needing HDMI or DisplayPort instead of DVI/VGA. It also earns its place with control room and NOC operators managing 4-8 machines across multiple monitors. Avoid it for budget shoppers, since modular head configurations cost more than a fixed 4-port switch. Buy the Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure for 8-machine secure setups replacing older DVI-based secure switches and facilities standardizing on 4K-capable secure desktops, though it is not built for sites still running DVI-only servers (use the SC840DVI-400) and commercial desks that don't require formal certification. It is equally the pick for government and defense desks with modern DisplayPort/HDMI hardware needing NIAP certification. Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO (8/10): A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup. Our rating of the Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure (9/10): A certified 8-port secure switch for modern DisplayPort/HDMI desks, at a lower price than its DVI sibling.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure differ on usb hub ports?
Yes. USB Hub Ports reads 2 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 0 on the Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure.
Is the Displays Per Computer the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure?
It is. Both are listed at 1 displays, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- –
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- 4.4/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Adder
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- Vertiv
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 4 computers, cascadable to 8
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- 2 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- AV4PRO
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- SC820DPH-400
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1 displays
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- 1 displays
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- Front-panel pushbutton, single-port select only
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- DVI-I / VGA
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- DisplayPort and HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200 per head-72%
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- 4K@30HzBest
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 2Best
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- 0
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Desk
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Yes
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- No
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200-72%
- Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
- 3840x2160Best
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 0).
Choose Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO | Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $876.75 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.
Vertiv (Avocent) Vertiv Cybex SC800 Secure
9 / 10 Expert Rating
A certified 8-port secure switch for modern DisplayPort/HDMI desks, at a lower price than its DVI sibling.
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