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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch max resolution compared
Max resolution is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T 2560x1600 against SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch 3840x2160, a 51% lead for SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch. Add max resolution single display to that, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch, and the pattern holds. SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch also leads on max refresh at max resolution, 2560x1600 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 3840x2160 on the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch.
Who each one is for
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 the pick for small single-room point-to-point extension needs and DisplayPort or 4K/5K workstation resolutions. Buy the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch for Dual-monitor desks switching two full PCs together and home theater PC setups wanting Dolby TrueHD/DTS-HD passthrough, though it is not built for 4K60 or high-refresh needs (this is HDMI 1.4, 4K30 only) and single-monitor setups (dual-view is the whole point). 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.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch price
At the last price check the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch was $440 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T $1,202, a 173% premium.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T versus 2 computers on the SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch?
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
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 4.3/10
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 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 2 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 3840x2160 (4K)Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 3840x2160Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 30 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- USB 2.0
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- USB 2.0
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
- 439.99 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 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch 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 (30 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | SIIG 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch |
|---|---|---|
| CDW | $1,201.75 View on CDW | |
| SIIG | $439.99 View on SIIG |
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 2x2 Dual View USB HDMI KVM Switch
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A 2x2 dual-view USB HDMI KVM capped at 4K30, SIIG's more basic entry in the dual-monitor category.
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