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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs ATEN KX9970FT: Comparison
ATEN KX9970FT has the higher maximum resolution (5120x2880 vs 1920x1200). ATEN KX9970FT also has the higher maximum resolution (5120x2880 vs 1920x1200). They match on 10 other specifications, including computers supported, port count and displays per computer. On price, ATEN KX9970FT sits at $2,479.45 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.
Pick the ATEN KX9970FT if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (5120x2880 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The ATEN KX9970FT is also cheaper at $2,479.45 vs $3,051.40, so it is the better value. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or ATEN KX9970FT?
On paper, ATEN KX9970FT has the edge on max resolution, at 5120x2880 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1920x1200.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and ATEN KX9970FT?
The ATEN KX9970FT is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (5120x2880 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or ATEN KX9970FT?
ATEN KX9970FT costs $2,479.45 vs $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at the time of our last price check.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10-3%
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 7.0/10Best
How far and how well this extender carries video and USB, rated from its specifications. 10 is the most capable.
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 1 computers
Port Count
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 1
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- ATEN KX9970FT
- DisplayPort
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-84%
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 5120x2880 @ 30HzBest
Video Path Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- KVM over IP
- ATEN KX9970FT
- KVM over IP
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- ATEN KX9970FT
- Yes
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- ATEN KX9970FT
- Extender
Video Connector
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- ATEN KX9970FT
- DisplayPort
Video Interface Version
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- ATEN KX9970FT
- DisplayPort 1.2
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-84%
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 5120x2880Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-84%
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 30 HzBest
Analog Audio Jacks
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- ATEN KX9970FT
- Yes
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- ATEN KX9970FT
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 2479.45 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Adder
- ATEN KX9970FT
- ATEN
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- ATEN KX9970FT
- KX9970FT
Connection Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- KVM-over-IP Extender, Transmitter + Receiver pair
- ATEN KX9970FT
- KVM-over-IP Transmitter (Fiber)
Network Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Gigabit Ethernet (IP-routed matrix capable)
- ATEN KX9970FT
- Fiber (IP-routed)
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-84%
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 5120x2880Best
Extension Medium
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Fiber single-mode
- ATEN KX9970FT
- Fiber single-mode
Max Extension Distance
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 10000 m
- ATEN KX9970FT
- 10000 m
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher port count (1 vs 1).
Choose ATEN KX9970FT if you want the higher capability score (7.0 vs 6.8), the higher max resolution (5120x2880 @ 30Hz vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher max resolution single display (5120x2880 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | ATEN KX9970FT |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $2,479.45 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 ALIF1002P
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.
ATEN KX9970FT
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong 5K DisplayPort transmitter for fiber-backed IP KVM infrastructure — pick the copper KX9970T instead if your network doesn't run fiber.
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