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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console: the max resolution difference

On max resolution the spread is 51%, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console 3840x2160, so SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console takes it. Add max resolution single display to that, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console, and the pattern holds.

Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?

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 built for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. Buy the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console for buyers who want every cable included in the box and USB 3.0 peripheral speeds across the shared hub, though it is not the pick for budget two-PC setups (this is priced and specced for four) and DisplayPort-native source machines. It is equally the pick for Four-PC desks wanting full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth at 4K60 with HDR. 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 SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console (6.4/10): A 4-port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR smart console switch, SIIG's most capable multi-PC model in this lineup.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?

Cost splits them too. SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console sits at $650, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at $1,202, 85% more.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 4 computers on the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console.

Is the Max Refresh At Max Resolution the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?

It is. Both are listed at 2560x1600, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Adder ALIF1104T (HDMI KVM-over-IP Transmitter over 1GbE)
Adder
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T

$1,201.75

CDW

@ CDW ›
SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0 (HDMI / 4 Computers / 4K@60Hz)
SIIG
SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0

$649.99

SIIG

@ SIIG ›

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    6.1/10

    These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.

  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 computers
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    4 computers

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 displays
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    1 displays

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    HDMI

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    3840x2160 (4K)Best

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    Desk

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    Yes

  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600-51%
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    3840x2160Best

  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    60 Hz-51%
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    60 HzBest

  • USB Switching Speed

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    USB 2.0
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    USB 3.0 5GbpsBest

  • External Power Required

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    Yes

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1201.75 USD
    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    649.99 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 SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0 if you want the higher max resolution (3840x2160 (4K) vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TSIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
    CDW

    $1,201.75

    View on CDW
    SIIG

    $649.99

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    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.

    SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0

    6.4 / 10 Expert Rating

    A 4-port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR smart console switch, SIIG's most capable multi-PC model in this lineup.

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