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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &?
Max resolution is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & 2048x1536, a 27% lead for Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &. Add max refresh at max resolution to that, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 2048x1536 on the Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &, and the pattern holds.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &: which one fits your build
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 built 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. Buy the Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & for mixed DVI/VGA four-machine setups needing one shared monitor and offices with legacy VGA hardware alongside newer DVI systems, though it is the wrong buy for 4K or high-resolution needs (DVI-I single-link caps at 1920x1200) and HDMI or DisplayPort-only source machines without adapters.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & price
Cost splits them too. Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & sits at $382, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at $3,051, 699% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & differ on max resolution single display?
Yes. Max Resolution Single Display reads 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 2048x1536 on the Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &.
Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 &?
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
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 4.5/10
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
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 4 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- DVI-I 2.0 (Single Link)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-27%
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 1920x1200@60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536@30Hz (VGA)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 2
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-27%
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 2048x1536Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-27%
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 30 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- USB 2.0
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- USB 2.0
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
- 382.02 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro if you want the higher max resolution (1920x1200@60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536@30Hz (VGA) vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (2048x1536 vs 1920x1200) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (30 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| LINDY | $382.02 View on LINDY |
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.
Lindy 4 Port DVI-I Single Link USB 2.0 & Audio KVM Switch Pro
6.7 / 10 Expert Rating
An older 4-port DVI-I KVM Pro capped at 1920x1200, solid build but visibly behind current DisplayPort/HDMI-based LINDY models.
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