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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs ATEN KL1508AiN: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs ATEN KL1508AiN: the max resolution difference

The gap that matters here is max resolution: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against ATEN KL1508AiN 1920x1080, which puts Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 49% ahead. Max resolution single display runs the same way, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 1920x1080 on the ATEN KL1508AiN, another win for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T. Audio support is not the same on both, Yes on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus No on the ATEN KL1508AiN. They differ on computers supported too, 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 8 computers on the ATEN KL1508AiN. There is a split on video standard as well, HDMI on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus VGA on the ATEN KL1508AiN. Kvm segment is not the same on both, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus KVM over IP on the ATEN KL1508AiN.

Who each one is for

The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T suits enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments across many rooms and HDMI workstations needing centralized network-routed access, though it is not built for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. Buy the ATEN KL1508AiN for racks needing both local console and remote IP access and technicians preferring a larger local display, though it is not the pick for home office use and single-desk setups. Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T (8/10): A strong HDMI-based enterprise IP KVM transmitter for buyers already invested in the ADDERLink Infinity ecosystem. Our rating of the ATEN KL1508AiN (8.2/10): A well-equipped 8-port console-drawer-plus-IP unit with a spacious 19-inch panel, ideal for racks where screen readability and remote access both matter.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or ATEN KL1508AiN?

At the last price check the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T was $1,202 and the ATEN KL1508AiN $2,069, a 72% premium.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    7.4/10

    These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Adder
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    ATEN
  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 computers
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    8 computers
  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    ALIF1104T
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    KL1508AiN
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    1920x1080-49%
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    KVM over IP
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    No
  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600Best
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    1920x1080-49%
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1201.75 USD
    ATEN KL1508AiN
    2069.43 USD

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 1920x1080) and the higher max resolution single display (2560x1600 vs 1920x1080).

    Choose ATEN KL1508AiN if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TATEN KL1508AiN
    CDW

    $1,201.75

    View on CDW

    $2,069.43

    View on CDW
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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 ALIF1104T

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A strong HDMI-based enterprise IP KVM transmitter for buyers already invested in the ADDERLink Infinity ecosystem.

    ATEN KL1508AiN

    8.2 / 10 Expert Rating

    A well-equipped 8-port console-drawer-plus-IP unit with a spacious 19-inch panel, ideal for racks where screen readability and remote access both matter.

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