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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1, SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S at 4, 75% in favor of SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S. SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S also has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200). They match on 4 other specifications, including displays per computer, usb hub ports and audio support. On price, SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S sits at $388.83 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.

Pick the SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S is also cheaper at $388.83 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 SM-DVN-4S?

On paper, SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S 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 SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S?

The SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S?

SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S costs $388.83 vs $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at the time of our last price check.

Adder ALIF1002P (Network DVI Extender Transmitter & Receiver)
AdderAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002P

$3,051.40

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SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S (4-Port DVI-I Dual Link KVM with Audio and USB)
SmartAVISmartAVI SM-DVN-4S

$388.83

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    6.8/10
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    4.2/10

    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%
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    4

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1 displays
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    1 displays

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    DVI
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    DVI-I Dual Link

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz-44%
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    2560x1600Best

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    2
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    2

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Yes
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    Yes

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    Desk

  • USB Switching Speed

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    USB 2.0
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    USB 2.0

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    3051.40 USD
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    388.83 USD

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Adder
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    SmartAVI

  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    ALIF1002P
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    SM-DVN-4S

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200-44%
    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
    2560x1600Best

    Which one should you pick?

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

    Choose SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S if you want the higher port count (4 vs 1), the higher max resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher max resolution per display (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PSmartAVI SM-DVN-4S
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    $3,051.40

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    $388.83

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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.

    SmartAVI SM-DVN-4S

    8.2 / 10 Expert Rating

    A reliable, well-priced dual-link DVI desktop KVM for 4-PC single-monitor setups.

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