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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Black Box KVS4-8001HX: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Black Box KVS4-8001HX?
Start with max resolution single display, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against Black Box KVS4-8001HX 3840x2160, 72% in favour of Black Box KVS4-8001HX. Max refresh at max resolution runs the same way, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 3840x2160 on the Black Box KVS4-8001HX, another win for Black Box KVS4-8001HX.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Black Box KVS4-8001HX?
Buy the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P for enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is not the pick for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. It also earns its place with buyers wanting a complete matched transmitter/receiver pair rather than individual nodes. It is not the one for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. The Black Box KVS4-8001HX suits government procurement requiring formal NIAP certification and single classified HDMI host isolation, though it is not built for multi-host switching needs and DVI-native infrastructure (see KVS4-8001VX). Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P (7/10): A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension. Our rating of the Black Box KVS4-8001HX (8.5/10): the right pick when formal NIAP certification documentation is a hard procurement requirement for a single HDMI host.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Black Box KVS4-8001HX price
Cost splits them too. Black Box KVS4-8001HX sits at $527, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at $3,051, 479% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Black Box KVS4-8001HX differ on audio support?
Yes. Audio Support reads Yes on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus No on the Black Box KVS4-8001HX.
Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Black Box KVS4-8001HX?
It is. Both are listed at 2, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 4.8/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Adder
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- Black Box
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 1 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- KVS4-8001HX
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 4K@30HzBest
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 2
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- Secure
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- No
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-72%
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-72%
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 30 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- Black Box KVS4-8001HX
- 527.20 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose Black Box KVS4-8001HX if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (30 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Black Box KVS4-8001HX |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| Connection | $527.20 View on Connection |
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.
Black Box KVS4-8001HX
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The right pick when formal NIAP certification documentation is a hard procurement requirement for a single HDMI host.
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