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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?
Start with max resolution, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console 3840x2160, 72% in favour of SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console. SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console also leads on usb hub ports, 2 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 4 on the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?
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 SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console for buyers who want every cable included in the box and USB 3.0 peripheral speeds across the shared hub, though it is not built for budget two-PC setups (this is priced and specced for four) and DisplayPort-native source machines. The same goes for Four-PC desks wanting full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth at 4K60 with HDR.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console price
Cost splits them too. SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console sits at $650, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at $3,051, 369% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console differ on max resolution single display?
Yes. Max Resolution Single Display reads 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 3840x2160 on the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console.
Is the Max Refresh At Max Resolution the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?
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
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 6.1/10
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
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 4 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 3840x2160 (4K)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2-50%
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 4Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Yes
Video Interface Version
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- HDMI 2.0
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-72%
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-72%
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 60 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- USB 2.0
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- USB 3.0 5GbpsBest
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 649.99 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0 if you want the higher max resolution (3840x2160 (4K) vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher USB hub ports (4 vs 2) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| SIIG | $649.99 View on SIIG |
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.
SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
6.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A 4-port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR smart console switch, SIIG's most capable multi-PC model in this lineup.
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