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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Cable Matters 202020: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Cable Matters 202020: the max resolution single display difference
Start with max resolution single display, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against Cable Matters 202020 3840x2160, 51% in favour of Cable Matters 202020. Max resolution is closer, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the Cable Matters 202020. They differ on connection type too, KVM-over-IP Transmitter on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus DisplayPort on the Cable Matters 202020. Computers supported is not the same on both, 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 computers on the Cable Matters 202020. There is a split on kvm segment as well, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Desk on the Cable Matters 202020.
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 the pick for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. The Cable Matters 202020 is the one to take for buyers wanting full 4K@60Hz DisplayPort switching without enterprise-brand pricing, though it is not built for buyers needing audio switching or EDID emulation. 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 202020 (7/10): A well-priced 2-port DisplayPort KVM switch hitting true 4K@60Hz from a cable and connectivity specialist.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Cable Matters 202020 price
Cost splits them too. Cable Matters 202020 sits at $100, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at $1,202, 1102% more.
What Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Cable Matters 202020 have in common
Everything else lines up. Max refresh at max resolution read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- Cable Matters 202020
- –
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
- Cable Matters 202020
- Cable Matters
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 computers
- Cable Matters 202020
- 2 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- Cable Matters 202020
- 202020
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- Cable Matters 202020
- 4K@60HzBest
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- Cable Matters 202020
- Desk
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- Cable Matters 202020
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- Cable Matters 202020
- 60 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- Cable Matters 202020
- 100 USD
Connection Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- KVM-over-IP Transmitter
- Cable Matters 202020
- DisplayPort
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 202020 if you want the higher max resolution (4K@60Hz vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | Cable Matters 202020 |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| Consumercarts listing | $100.00 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.
Cable Matters 202020
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-priced 2-port DisplayPort KVM switch hitting true 4K@60Hz from a cable and connectivity specialist.
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