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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs CKL 922HUA-5: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs CKL 922HUA-5 max resolution compared
Start with max resolution, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against CKL 922HUA-5 7680x4320, 93% in favour of CKL 922HUA-5. CKL 922HUA-5 also leads on max resolution single display, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 7680x4320 on the CKL 922HUA-5. Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P also leads on usb hub ports, 2 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 1 on the CKL 922HUA-5.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs CKL 922HUA-5: which one fits your build
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 built for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. It is equally the pick for 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. it is the wrong buy for single-monitor users who don't need the dual-display extended mode. The same goes for dual-monitor desks wanting 8K or high-refresh 4K support across two computers. 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 CKL 922HUA-5 (8/10): an HDMI 2.1 dual-monitor KVM switch that hits 8K@60Hz or 4K@144Hz, well ahead of HDMI 2.0 competitors.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs CKL 922HUA-5 price
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P asks 2553% more, $3,051 against $115 for the CKL 922HUA-5.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and CKL 922HUA-5 differ on connection type?
Yes. Connection Type reads KVM-over-IP Extender, Transmitter + Receiver pair on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus HDMI 2.1 on the CKL 922HUA-5.
Is the Max Refresh At Max Resolution the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and CKL 922HUA-5?
It is. Both are listed at 1920x1200, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 8.3/10
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
- CKL 922HUA-5
- CKL
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 2 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 922HUA-5
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- CKL 922HUA-5
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-93%
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 7680x4320 @ 60HzBest
Video Path Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- KVM over IP
- CKL 922HUA-5
- Independent heads
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2Best
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 1-50%
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- CKL 922HUA-5
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- CKL 922HUA-5
- Yes
Video Connector
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- CKL 922HUA-5
- HDMI
Video Interface Version
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- CKL 922HUA-5
- HDMI 2.1
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-93%
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 7680x4320Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-93%
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 60 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- USB 2.0
- CKL 922HUA-5
- USB 3.0 5GbpsBest
Analog Audio Jacks
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- CKL 922HUA-5
- Yes
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- CKL 922HUA-5
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- CKL 922HUA-5
- 115 USD
Connection Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- KVM-over-IP Extender, Transmitter + Receiver pair
- CKL 922HUA-5
- HDMI 2.1
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 1).
Choose CKL 922HUA-5 if you want the higher max resolution (7680x4320 @ 60Hz vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (7680x4320 vs 1920x1200) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | CKL 922HUA-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $115.00 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.
CKL 922HUA-5
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An HDMI 2.1 dual-monitor KVM switch that hits 8K@60Hz or 4K@144Hz, well ahead of HDMI 2.0 competitors.
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