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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A: the max resolution single display difference
The gap that matters here is max resolution single display: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A 3840x2160, which puts CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A 51% ahead. Add max refresh at max resolution to that, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A, and the pattern holds.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A: which one fits your build
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 the wrong buy for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. Take the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A for your job is watching four machines and occasionally acting on one, which is what this design is for. The same goes for you have fewer monitors than computers, the one problem software cursor sharing cannot solve. It is not the one for you only ever work on one machine at a time. CKL's own 942HUA-3 at 199 is 4K60 for half the money. 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.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T asks 209% more, $1,202 against $389 for the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 4 computers on the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T asks 209% more, $1,202 against $389 for the CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 5.4/10
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
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 4 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 4K (3840x2160)Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 30Hz (at 4K); 60Hz at 1080pBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- USB 2.0
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- USB 3.0 5GbpsBest
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
- 389.00 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 CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A if you want the higher max resolution (4K (3840x2160) vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (30Hz (at 4K); 60Hz at 1080p vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| CKL Store | $389.00 View on CKL Store |
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.
CKL CKL-42MVKVM-A
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Two outputs doing different jobs is the right design.
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