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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Cyberview CV-S80: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Cyberview CV-S80: the max resolution difference
Max resolution is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against Cyberview CV-S80 1920x1440, a 17% lead for Cyberview CV-S80. Max resolution single display runs the same way, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 1920x1440 on the Cyberview CV-S80, another win for Cyberview CV-S80.
Who each one is for
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P is the one to take for enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is the wrong buy 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. Avoid it for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. Buy the Cyberview CV-S80 for budget-conscious server rooms needing OSD-labeled 8-port VGA switching and IT teams still standardized on legacy VGA hardware, though it is not the pick for modern HDMI/DisplayPort/4K server deployments (see the Raloy RSA-4K) and racks needing more than 8 ports (see the CV-S1601). 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 Cyberview CV-S80 (7/10): one of the most affordable OSD-equipped 8-port VGA switches in this catalog after its recent discount.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Cyberview CV-S80 price
At the last price check the Cyberview CV-S80 was $562 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P $3,051, a 443% premium.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Cyberview CV-S80 differ on usb hub ports?
Yes. USB Hub Ports reads 2 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 0 on the Cyberview CV-S80.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- Cyberview CV-S80
- 5.0/10
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
- Cyberview CV-S80
- Cyberview
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- Cyberview CV-S80
- 8 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- Cyberview CV-S80
- CV-S80
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Cyberview CV-S80
- VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-17%
- Cyberview CV-S80
- 1920x1440Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2Best
- Cyberview CV-S80
- 0
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Cyberview CV-S80
- Rack
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Cyberview CV-S80
- No
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-17%
- Cyberview CV-S80
- 1920x1440Best
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- Cyberview CV-S80
- 562.00 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 0).
Choose Cyberview CV-S80 if you want the higher max resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher max resolution single display (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Cyberview CV-S80 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $562.00 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.
Cyberview CV-S80
7 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the most affordable OSD-equipped 8-port VGA switches in this catalog after its recent discount.
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