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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1, Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 at 4, 75% in favor of Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0. Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200). They match on usb hub ports and max refresh at max resolution. On price, Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 sits at $1,411.67 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.

Pick the Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 is also cheaper at $1,411.67 vs $3,051.40, so it is the better value. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0?

On paper, Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 has the edge on port count, at 4 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0?

The Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0?

Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 costs $1,411.67 vs $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at the time of our last price check.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    6.8/10
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    8.2/10

    These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.

  • Port Count

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1-75%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    4
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1 displays
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    2 displays
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    DVI
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    DisplayPort/HDMI
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    4K@60HzBest
  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    2
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    2
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Yes
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    No
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    Secure
  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    60 Hz-72%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    60 HzBest
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    3051.40 USD
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    1411.67 USD
  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Adder
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    Secure KVM Systems
  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    ALIF1002P
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    SX42PH-4
  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200-72%
    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    3840x2160Best

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).

    Choose Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0 if you want the higher port count (4 vs 1), the higher max resolution (4K@60Hz vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PSecure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0
    Consumercarts listing

    $3,051.40

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    $1,411.67

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    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.

    Secure KVM Systems Secure 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM DP/HDMI 4K60 PP4.0

    8.4 / 10 Expert Rating

    An excellent dual-monitor secure matrix for analysts who need independent, full-4K60 routing across four classified sources.

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