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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM max resolution single display compared

On max resolution single display the spread is 88%, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM 7680x4320, so Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM takes it. There is a split on kvm segment as well, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Desk on the Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM.

Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM?

The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T is the one to take 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 Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM suits two-laptop hot-desks needing dual monitors and full docking and MacBook Pro / Thunderbolt 4 laptops needing simultaneous charging, though it is the wrong buy for budget single-monitor setups (see 202070/202071) and desktop-only workstations. It is equally the pick for users who want card readers and audio jacks alongside KVM switching. 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 Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM (6.9/10): A 14-in-1 USB-C KVM dock with 100W charging, a genuinely useful all-in-one for a 2-laptop hybrid desk; Cable Matters has a solid accessory-brand track record.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM?

Cost splits them too. Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM sits at $120, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at $1,202, 902% more.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM differ on max refresh at max resolution?

Yes. Max Refresh At Max Resolution reads 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 7680x4320 on the Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM.

Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM?

It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Adder ALIF1104T (HDMI KVM-over-IP Transmitter over 1GbE)
Adder
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T

$1,201.75

CDW

@ CDW ›
Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock (2 Computers / Dual 4K60Hz / 100W Charging)
Cable Matters
Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock

$119.99

Cable Matters Store

@ Cable Matters Store ›

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    5.3/10

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

  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 computers
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    2 computers

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 displays
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    2 displays

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    Mixed (HDMI + DisplayPort)

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60Hz-88%
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    8KBest

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    Desk

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    Yes

  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600-88%
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    7680x4320Best

  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    60 Hz-88%
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    8K@30Hz single display, or dual 4K@60HzBest

  • External Power Required

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    Yes

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1201.75 USD
    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    119.99 USD

    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 Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock if you want the higher max resolution (8K vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (7680x4320 vs 2560x1600) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (8K@30Hz single display, or dual 4K@60Hz vs 60 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TCable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock
    CDW

    $1,201.75

    View on CDW
    Cable Matters Store

    $119.99

    View on Cable Matters Store
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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.

    Cable Matters 201075 14-in-1 USB-C KVM Switch Dock

    6.9 / 10 Expert Rating

    A 14-in-1 USB-C KVM dock with 100W charging, a genuinely useful all-in-one for a 2-laptop hybrid desk; Cable Matters has a solid accessory-brand track record.

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