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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU: Comparison

StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200). StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU also has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200). They match on usb hub ports and max refresh at max resolution.

Pick the StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU?

On paper, StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU has the edge on max resolution, at 1920x1440 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 1920x1200.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU?

The StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

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

$3,051.40

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StarTech SV1631DUSBU (VGA / 16 Computers / 1U Rackmount / USB 2.0 Hub / OSD)
StarTech.comStarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    6.8/10
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    5.3/10

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

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    DVI
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    VGA

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz-17%
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    1920 x 1440 @ 60Hz (1920 x 1200 widescreen)Best

  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    2
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    2

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Yes
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    No

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    Rack

  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    60 Hz-17%
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    60 HzBest

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200-17%
    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
    1920x1440Best

    Which one should you pick?

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

    Choose StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU if you want the higher max resolution (1920 x 1440 @ 60Hz (1920 x 1200 widescreen) vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PStarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU
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    $3,051.40

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    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.

    StarTech.com StarTech SV1631DUSBU

    6.9 / 10 Expert Rating

    A 16-port 1U rackmount VGA KVM with OSD, StarTech's dependable small-office/server-room staple for larger PC counts.

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