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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S at 8, 88% in favor of SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S. SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). They match on audio support and max refresh at max resolution. On price, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T sits at $1,201.75 against $1,508.68 for SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S.

Pick the SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S costs $306.93 more ($1,508.68 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 SM-EDPN-8D-S?

On paper, SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S 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 SM-EDPN-8D-S?

The SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-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 SM-EDPN-8D-S?

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T costs $1,201.75 vs $1,508.68 for SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-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 SM-EDPN-8D-S (8-Port Dual-Head DisplayPort KVM Switch)
SmartAVISmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S

$1,508.68

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Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    7.1/10
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    –

    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 SM-EDPN-8D-S
    8

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    HDMI
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    DisplayPort (dual-head)

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    4K@60Hz per headBest

  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Yes
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    Yes

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Extender
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    Rack

  • Max Refresh At Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    60 Hz-51%
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    60 HzBest

  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    1201.75 USD
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    1508.68 USD

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    Adder
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    SmartAVI

  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    ALIF1104T
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
    SM-EDPN-8D-S

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
    2560x1600-51%
    SmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-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 SM-EDPN-8D-S if you want the higher port count (8 vs 1), the higher max resolution (4K@60Hz per head vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1104TSmartAVI SM-EDPN-8D-S
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    $1,201.75

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    $1,508.68

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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 SM-EDPN-8D-S

    8.1 / 10 Expert Rating

    A well-discounted 8-port dual-head DisplayPort switch for larger desks; the 4-port SM-EDPN-4D-S suffices for smaller setups.

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