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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB at 4, 75% in favor of Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB. Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). On price, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T sits at $1,201.75 against $1,380.00 for Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB.
Pick the Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB costs $178.25 more ($1,380.00 vs $1,201.75), so decide whether its edge is worth it. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB?
On paper, Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB has the edge on port count, at 4 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB?
The Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB 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 Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB?
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T costs $1,201.75 vs $1,380.00 for Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB at the time of our last price check.
$1,380.00
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@ Consumercarts listing ›Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 8.2/10
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
- 1-75%
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 4
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- DisplayPort/HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 4K@60HzBest
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- No
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- Secure
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 60 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 1380.00 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- Secure KVM Systems
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- SX42PHU-4T
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
- 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 Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB if you want the higher port count (4 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 | Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 View on Consumercarts listing | $1,380.00 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.
Secure KVM Systems TEMPEST Certifiable 4x2 Mini-Matrix KVM with Filtered USB
8.2 / 10 Expert Rating
Specify this over the standard SX42PHU-4 only when the installation requires TEMPEST emissions-security accreditation — otherwise the feature set is identical.
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