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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK: Comparison

StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200). StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK also has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200). On price, StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK sits at $387.73 against $3,051.40 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.

Pick the StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK 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 SV831DUSBUK is also cheaper at $387.73 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 SV831DUSBUK?

On paper, StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK 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 SV831DUSBUK?

The StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?

StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK costs $387.73 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 SV831DUSBUK
    4.7/10

    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 SV831DUSBUK
    VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz-17%
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    1920 x 1440Best
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    Rack
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    3051.40 USD
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    387.73 USD
  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200-17%
    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    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 SV831DUSBUK if you want the higher max resolution (1920 x 1440 vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1440 vs 1920x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PStarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
    Consumercarts listing

    $3,051.40

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    B&H Photo

    $387.73

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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.

    StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK

    6.9 / 10 Expert Rating

    An 8-port 1U rackmount VGA KVM kit with cables, extending StarTech's dependable rack lineup to a mid-size server room.

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