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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K max resolution single display compared
The gap that matters here is max resolution single display: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K 3840x2160, which puts Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K 51% ahead. Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K also leads on max refresh at max resolution, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K. Kvm segment is not the same on both, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus Secure on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.
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 not built for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K is the one to take for multi-agency analyst desks needing 4 isolated networks with 4K video and government facilities requiring smart card auth across all connected networks, though it is not the pick for two-network desks (the RSS-102C4K is cheaper) and budget-constrained deployments not needing smart card support (see RSS-1044K). 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 Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K (9.1/10): A top-tier certified secure KVM for multi-network analyst desks needing 4K, audio and smart card support at once.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T asks 8% more, $1,202 against $1,114 for the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 4 computers on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?
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 Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T asks 8% more, $1,202 against $1,114 for the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 6.5/10
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
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- Raritan
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 computers
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 4 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- RSS-104C4K
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- DVI, HDMI, VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA)Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- Secure
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 30 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
- 1114.00 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 Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA) 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 | Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| Consumercarts listing | $1,114.00 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.
Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
9.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A top-tier certified secure KVM for multi-network analyst desks needing 4K, audio and smart card support at once.
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