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Adder ALIF1002P vs StarTech SV431DPU3A2: Comparison
Adder ALIF1002P and StarTech SV431DPU3A2 separate most on port count: Adder ALIF1002P at 1, StarTech SV431DPU3A2 at 4, 75% in favour of StarTech SV431DPU3A2. They match on 4 other specifications, including displays per computer, audio support and analog audio jacks. On price, StarTech SV431DPU3A2 sits at $300.00 against $3,051.40 for Adder ALIF1002P.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Computers Supported | 1 computers | 4 computers |
| Port Count | 1-75% | 4 |
| Displays Per Computer | 1 displays | 1 displays |
| Video Standard | DVI | DisplayPort |
| Max Resolution | 1920x1200 @ 60Hz | 3840x2160 @ 30Hz |
| Video Path Type | KVM over IP | Single head |
| Audio Support | Yes | Yes |
| KVM Segment | Extender | Desk |
| Video Connector | DVI | DisplayPort |
| Max Resolution Single Display | 1920x1200 | 3840x2160 |
| Max Refresh At Max Resolution | 60 Hz | 30 Hz |
| USB Switching Speed | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 5Gbps |
| Analog Audio Jacks | Yes | Yes |
| External Power Required | Yes | Yes |
| Price | 3051.40 | 300 |
| Brand | Adder | StarTech |
| Model | ALIF1002P | SV431DPU3A2 |
| Connection Type | KVM-over-IP Extender, Transmitter + Receiver pair | DisplayPort |
| Source URL | https://www.adder.com/en/kvm-solutions/adderlink-infinity-1002 | https://www.startech.com/en-us/kvm-switches/sv431dpu3a2 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder ALIF1002P | StarTech SV431DPU3A2 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $300.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
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Verdict
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 SV431DPU3A2
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A rack-ready 4-port DisplayPort KVM switch built for server rooms rather than desktop multimedia use.
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