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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs IOGEAR GCS1642: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and IOGEAR GCS1642?
The gap that matters here is max resolution single display: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against IOGEAR GCS1642 3840x2160, which puts IOGEAR GCS1642 51% ahead. Max refresh at max resolution runs the same way, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the IOGEAR GCS1642, another win for IOGEAR GCS1642. Max resolution is closer, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the IOGEAR GCS1642. They differ on computers supported too, 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 computers on the IOGEAR GCS1642. Displays per computer is not the same on both, 1 displays on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 displays on the IOGEAR GCS1642. They differ on kvm segment too, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Desk on the IOGEAR GCS1642.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or IOGEAR GCS1642?
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. Buy the IOGEAR GCS1642 for Two-PC home office desks and budget-conscious remote workers, though it is the wrong buy for DisplayPort-only setups and three or more computers. 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 IOGEAR GCS1642 (7.4/10): A solid budget 2-port HDMI KVM; DisplayPort users should look at the GCS1742 instead.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or IOGEAR GCS1642?
At the last price check the IOGEAR GCS1642 was $246 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T $1,202, a 388% premium.
Where the two are identical
The common ground is wider than the gap: audio support, video standard and usb switching speed are identical here.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 6.3/10
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
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- IOGEAR
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 computers
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 2 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- GCS1642
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 4K@30HzBest
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 30 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- USB 2.0
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- USB 2.0
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- IOGEAR GCS1642
- 246.01 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 IOGEAR GCS1642 if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (30 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | IOGEAR GCS1642 |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| Consumercarts listing | $246.01 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.
IOGEAR GCS1642
7.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid budget 2-port HDMI KVM; DisplayPort users should look at the GCS1742 instead.
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