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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and?
The gap that matters here is max resolution single display: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and 3840x2160, which puts Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and 72% ahead. Add usb hub ports to that, 2 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 3 on the Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and, and the pattern holds.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and?
Buy the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P for enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is not the pick for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. It is equally the pick for buyers wanting a complete matched transmitter/receiver pair rather than individual nodes. Avoid it for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. The Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and is the one to take for IT professionals managing two workstations. It also earns its place with fixed office desks running two desktop towers sharing one keyboard, mouse, and dual monitor array. It is not the one for laptop users needing USB-C input, this model does not support USB-C. Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P (7/10): A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 2 computers, dual monitor on the Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and.
Is the Max Refresh At Max Resolution the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and?
It is. Both are listed at 1920x1200, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 6.8/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Adder
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- Unitek
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 2 computers, dual monitor
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- V1311A
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- HDMI + DisplayPort
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-72%
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 4K@60HzBest
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2-33%
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 3Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- Yes
Video Connector
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- Mixed
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-72%
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-72%
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- 60 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- USB 2.0
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- USB 3.0 5GbpsBest
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
- Yes
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 Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch if you want the higher max resolution (4K@60Hz vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher USB hub ports (3 vs 2) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing |
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.
Unitek V1311A Dual Monitor HDMI and DisplayPort KVM Switch
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The best KVM for two-desktop dual-monitor office desks, HDMI + DisplayPort flexibility, driverless cross-OS support, and rare audio I/O.
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