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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM?
Start with max resolution single display, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM 4096x2160, 74% in favour of IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM.
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 not the pick 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 the wrong buy for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. Buy the IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM for desks pairing one DisplayPort desktop with one USB-C laptop and buyers who want a compact, bus-powered 4K switch, though it is not built for setups where both computers use the same video connector and anyone needing more than 2 USB-A peripheral ports. 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.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM price
At the last price check the IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM was $79.95 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P $3,051, a 3717% premium.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 2 computers on the IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM.
Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM?
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
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 5.4/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 2 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- DisplayPort / USB-C
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-74%
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 4K (4096x2160@60Hz)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 2
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- Yes
Video Interface Version
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- DisplayPort 1.2
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-74%
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 4096x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-74%
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 60 HzBest
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- No
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
- 79.95 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio if you want the higher max resolution (4K (4096x2160@60Hz) vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (4096x2160 vs 1920x1200) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| IOGEAR Store | $79.95 View on IOGEAR Store | |
| B&H Photo | View on B&H Photo | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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.
IOGEAR GCS82DPC 2-Port 4K Hybrid KVM Switch with DisplayPort, USB-C and Audio
7.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A 2-port 4K hybrid KVM mixing DisplayPort and USB-C inputs, one of IOGEAR's more modern and flexible current offerings.
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