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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs ATEN KL1516AiN: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs ATEN KL1516AiN max resolution compared
Max resolution is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against ATEN KL1516AiN 1920x1080, a 49% lead for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T. Add max resolution single display to that, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 1920x1080 on the ATEN KL1516AiN, and the pattern holds. There is a split on audio support as well, Yes on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus No on the ATEN KL1516AiN. They differ on computers supported too, 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 16 computers on the ATEN KL1516AiN. They differ on video standard too, HDMI on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus VGA on the ATEN KL1516AiN. Kvm segment is not the same on both, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus KVM over IP on the ATEN KL1516AiN.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or ATEN KL1516AiN?
Buy the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T for enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments across many rooms and HDMI workstations needing centralized network-routed access, though it is not the pick for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. The ATEN KL1516AiN suits racks needing the largest local display plus remote IP access and 16-server data center consolidation, though it is not built 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 KL1516AiN (8.4/10): the flagship of ATEN's console-drawer-over-IP line, combining a spacious 19-inch display with solid 16-port IP capability for data centers wanting the best of both local and remote access.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs ATEN KL1516AiN price
At the last price check the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T was $1,202 and the ATEN KL1516AiN $2,252, a 87% premium.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- 7.8/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- ATEN
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 computers
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- 16 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- KL1516AiN
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- 1920x1080-49%
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- KVM over IP
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- No
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600Best
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- 1920x1080-49%
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- ATEN KL1516AiN
- 2252.13 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 KL1516AiN if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | ATEN KL1516AiN |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| Consumercarts listing | $2,252.13 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 KL1516AiN
8.4 / 10 Expert Rating
The flagship of ATEN's console-drawer-over-IP line, combining a spacious 19-inch display with solid 16-port IP capability for data centers wanting the best of both local and remote access.
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