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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-62TH: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-62TH?
Max resolution single display is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against CKL CKL-62TH 3840x2160, a 51% lead for CKL CKL-62TH. CKL CKL-62TH also leads on max refresh at max resolution, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the CKL CKL-62TH. Max resolution is closer, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the CKL CKL-62TH. They differ on computers supported too, 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 computers on the CKL CKL-62TH. There is a split on video standard as well, HDMI on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Mixed on the CKL CKL-62TH. They differ on kvm segment too, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Desk on the CKL CKL-62TH.
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. The CKL CKL-62TH is the one to take for laptop + desktop desk setups and single-monitor budget switching, though it is the wrong buy for dual-monitor setups and USB 3.0 peripheral speeds. 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 CKL CKL-62TH (6/10): A USB-C plus HDMI 2-port switch, CKL's mixed-input answer for a 2-computer desk with different video connectors.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-62TH price
At the last price check the CKL CKL-62TH was $139 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T $1,202, a 765% premium.
What Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-62TH have in common
Where they agree, they agree completely, audio support, displays per computer and external power required included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- CKL CKL-62TH
- 4.5/10
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-62TH
- 2 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- CKL CKL-62TH
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- CKL CKL-62TH
- Mixed (USB-C + HDMI input, HDMI output)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- CKL CKL-62TH
- 4K (3840x2160)Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- CKL CKL-62TH
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- CKL CKL-62TH
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- CKL CKL-62TH
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- CKL CKL-62TH
- 60HzBest
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- CKL CKL-62TH
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- CKL CKL-62TH
- 139.00 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-62TH 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 (60Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | CKL CKL-62TH |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| CKL Store | $139.00 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-62TH
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A USB-C plus HDMI 2-port switch, CKL's mixed-input answer for a 2-computer desk with different video connectors.
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