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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 at 8, 88% in favor of SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1. They match on 5 other specifications, including displays per computer, usb hub ports and audio support. On price, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 sits at $622.60 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.
The SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 is also cheaper at $622.60 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 SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1?
On paper, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 has the edge on port count, at 8 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1?
On paper the two are close; the biggest difference is port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 8.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1?
SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 costs $622.60 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
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 3.5/10
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
- 1-87%
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 8
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- DVI-D
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 1920x1200
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 2
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- Yes
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- Desk
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- USB 2.0
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- USB 2.0
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 622.60 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Adder
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- SmartAVI
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- DVN-8PS8X1
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 1920x1200
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 if you want the higher port count (8 vs 1).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $622.60 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.
SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid, right-sized 8-port DVI-D switch for smaller server rooms that don't need 16-port capacity.
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