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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V: Comparison
Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). Port Count splits them by another 50%, again favoring Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V. They match on audio support and max refresh at max resolution. On price, Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V sits at $1,199.00 against $1,201.75 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T.
Pick the Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V is also cheaper at $1,199.00 vs $1,201.75, so it is the better value. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V?
On paper, Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V has the edge on max resolution, at 3840x2160 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 2560x1600.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V?
The Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V?
Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V costs $1,199.00 vs $1,201.75 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at the time of our last price check.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 5.5/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Port Count
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1-50%
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 2
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 4 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- Mixed (DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort inputs supported)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 4K@60HzBest
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- Yes
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- Desk
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 60 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 1199.00 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- Rose Electronics
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- MEC-2U4V
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
- 3840x2160Best
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 Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V if you want the higher port count (2 vs 1), the higher max resolution (4K@60Hz vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 View on Consumercarts listing | $1,199.00 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.
Rose Electronics Rose MEC-2U4V
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The enterprise-tier choice for a 2-computer mixed-signal desk that specifically needs full 4K@60Hz.
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