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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S at 4, 75% in favor of SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S. SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). They match on audio support, max refresh at max resolution and usb switching speed. On price, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T sits at $1,201.75 against $1,282.26 for SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S.

Pick the SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S costs $80.51 more ($1,282.26 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 SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S?

On paper, SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S 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 SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S?

The SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S 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 SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S?

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T costs $1,201.75 vs $1,282.26 for SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S at the time of our last price check.

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

$1,201.75

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SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S (4-Port Extended KVM Switch)
SmartAVISmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S

$1,282.26

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    6.7/10

    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%
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    4

  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1 displays
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    4 displays

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    DisplayPort

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    4K@60HzBest

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    Yes

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    Desk

  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    60 Hz-51%
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    60 HzBest

  • USB Switching Speed

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    USB 2.0
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    USB 2.0

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1201.75 USD
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    1282.26 USD

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Adder
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    SmartAVI

  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    ALIF1104T
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    SDX-XT-4P-S

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600-51%
    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    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 SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S 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

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TSmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S
    Consumercarts listing

    $1,201.75

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    $1,282.26

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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.

    SmartAVI SDX-XT-4P-S

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    The right pick when a 4-computer DisplayPort KVM setup needs real distance between computers and console, not just switching.

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