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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-822UA-3: Comparison

What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-822UA-3?

Start with max resolution, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against CKL CKL-822UA-3 2048x1536, 23% in favour of Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T. Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T also leads on max resolution single display, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2048x1536 on the CKL CKL-822UA-3. There is a split on video standard as well, HDMI on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus VGA on the CKL CKL-822UA-3. They differ on kvm segment too, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Desk on the CKL CKL-822UA-3.

Who each one is for

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 the wrong buy for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. The CKL CKL-822UA-3 suits legacy VGA dual-monitor equipment and industrial or lab PCs without digital video outputs, though it is not the pick for HDMI or DisplayPort setups and high-resolution modern displays. 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-822UA-3 (5.7/10): an older 2-port dual-monitor VGA KVM capped at 2048x1536, a legacy-resolution pick for VGA-only setups rather than a modern display.

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs CKL CKL-822UA-3 price

The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T asks 832% more, $1,202 against $129 for the CKL CKL-822UA-3.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-822UA-3 differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 computers on the CKL CKL-822UA-3.

Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and CKL CKL-822UA-3?

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-822UA-3?

The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T asks 832% more, $1,202 against $129 for the CKL CKL-822UA-3.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    4.0/10

    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-822UA-3
    2 computers
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 displays
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    2 displays
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    2048x1536 @450MHz-23%
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    Desk
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    Yes
  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600Best
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    2048x1536-23%
  • External Power Required

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    Yes
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1201.75 USD
    CKL CKL-822UA-3
    129.00 USD

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 2048x1536 @450MHz) and the higher max resolution single display (2560x1600 vs 2048x1536).

    Choose CKL CKL-822UA-3 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TCKL CKL-822UA-3
    CDW

    $1,201.75

    View on CDW
    CKL Store

    $129.00

    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-822UA-3

    5.7 / 10 Expert Rating

    An older 2-port dual-monitor VGA KVM capped at 2048x1536, a legacy-resolution pick for VGA-only setups rather than a modern display.

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