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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB separate most on usb hub ports: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 2, StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB at 3, 33% in favor of StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB. StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB also has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200). They match on displays per computer and usb switching speed. On price, StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB sits at $82.99 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.
Pick the StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB is also cheaper at $82.99 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 StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB?
On paper, StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB has the edge on usb hub ports, at 3 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P at 2.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB?
The StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. It also has 3 USB hub ports to the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P's 2, so it can switch between more PCs.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB?
StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB costs $82.99 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
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- 3.1/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-17%
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- 1920 x 1440Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2-33%
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- 3Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- Desk
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- USB 2.0
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- USB 2.0
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- 82.99 USD
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-17%
- StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
- 1920x1440Best
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 StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB if you want the higher max resolution (1920 x 1440 vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher USB hub ports (3 vs 2) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| Newegg | $82.99 View on Newegg |
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.
StarTech.com StarTech SV231USB
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A VGA KVM kit with USB hub and included cables, StarTech's legacy-resolution but well-supported option.
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