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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 at 8, 88% in favor of SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1. Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T also has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200). They match on displays per computer, audio support and usb switching speed. On price, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 sits at $622.60 against $1,201.75 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T.
Pick the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T costs $579.15 more ($1,201.75 vs $622.60), 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 SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1?
On paper, SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 has the edge on port count, at 8 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1?
SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 costs $622.60 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
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 3.5/10
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
- 1-87%
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 8
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- DVI-D
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 1920x1200-44%
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- Yes
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- Desk
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- USB 2.0
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- USB 2.0
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 622.60 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- SmartAVI
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- DVN-8PS8X1
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600Best
- SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
- 1920x1200-44%
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 1920x1200) and the higher max resolution per display (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200).
Choose SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 if you want the higher port count (8 vs 1).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 View on Consumercarts listing | $622.60 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.
SmartAVI 8X1 DVI-D Switch DVN-8PS8X1
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid, right-sized 8-port DVI-D switch for smaller server rooms that don't need 16-port capacity.
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