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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM: the max resolution single display difference

The gap that matters here is max resolution single display: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM 3840x2160, which puts JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM 51% ahead. Max refresh at max resolution runs the same way, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM, another win for JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM. Kvm segment is not the same on both, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Desk on the JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM. They differ on video connector too, HDMI on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus DisplayPort on the JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM.

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM: which one fits your build

The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T is the one to take for 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. Take the JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM for gaming-first dual monitor setups specifically needing verified 4K@144Hz and G-Sync passthrough. It is the wrong buy for buyers without high-refresh-rate monitors or G-Sync displays, a standard 4K@60Hz KVM covers typical office use for less. 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 JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM (9/10): the best gaming KVM, verified 4K@144Hz over DisplayPort 1.4 with G-Sync passthrough and a dedicated DC power adapter.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 computers, 2 monitors on the JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM.

Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM?

It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    6.1/10

    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
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    JCYMELE
  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 computers
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    2 computers, 2 monitors
  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    ALIF1104T
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    SW273
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 displays
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    2 displays
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    DisplayPort 1.4
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    4K@144HzBest
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    Desk
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    Yes
  • Video Connector

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    DisplayPort
  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600-51%
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    3840x2160Best
  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    60 Hz-51%
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    144 HzBest
  • USB Switching Speed

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    USB 2.0
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    USB 3.0 5GbpsBest
  • External Power Required

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    Yes

    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 JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch if you want the higher max resolution (4K@144Hz vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (144 Hz vs 60 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TJCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch
    CDW

    $1,201.75

    View on CDW

    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.

    JCYMELE SW273 4K144Hz DisplayPort KVM Switch

    9 / 10 Expert Rating

    The best gaming KVM, verified 4K@144Hz over DisplayPort 1.4 with G-Sync passthrough and a dedicated DC power adapter.

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