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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs ATEN CS1788: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and ATEN CS1788 separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, ATEN CS1788 at 8, 88% in favor of ATEN CS1788. They match on audio support, max refresh at max resolution and max resolution per display. On price, ATEN CS1788 sits at $823.50 against $1,201.75 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T.
The ATEN CS1788 is also cheaper at $823.50 vs $1,201.75, 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 ALIF1104T or ATEN CS1788?
On paper, ATEN CS1788 has the edge on port count, at 8 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and ATEN CS1788?
On paper the two are close; the biggest difference is port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 1, ATEN CS1788 8.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or ATEN CS1788?
ATEN CS1788 costs $823.50 vs $1,201.75 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at the time of our last price check.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- ATEN CS1788
- 4.9/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Port Count
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1-87%
- ATEN CS1788
- 8
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- ATEN CS1788
- DVI (Dual-Link)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz
- ATEN CS1788
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536 (VGA)
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- ATEN CS1788
- Yes
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- ATEN CS1788
- Rack
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz
- ATEN CS1788
- 60 Hz
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- ATEN CS1788
- 823.50 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- ATEN CS1788
- ATEN
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- ATEN CS1788
- CS1788
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600
- ATEN CS1788
- 2560x1600
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose ATEN CS1788 if you want the higher port count (8 vs 1).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | ATEN CS1788 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 View on Consumercarts listing | $823.50 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 ALIF1104T
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong HDMI-based enterprise IP KVM transmitter for buyers already invested in the ADDERLink Infinity ecosystem.
ATEN CS1788
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong 8-computer DisplayPort KVM that holds full 4K@60Hz where many higher-port-count switches compromise.
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