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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440). Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T also has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440). On price, StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK sits at $387.73 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 1920x1440), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T costs $814.02 more ($1,201.75 vs $387.73), 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 StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?
On paper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T has the edge on max resolution, at 2560x1600 vs StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK at 1920x1440.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK?
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK costs $387.73 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
- StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
- 4.7/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
- VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
- StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
- 1920 x 1440-32%
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
- Rack
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
- 387.73 USD
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600Best
- StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
- 1920x1440-32%
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 1920 x 1440) and the higher max resolution per display (2560x1600 vs 1920x1440).
Choose StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| B&H Photo | $387.73 View on B&H Photo |
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.
StarTech.com StarTech SV831DUSBUK
6.9 / 10 Expert Rating
An 8-port 1U rackmount VGA KVM kit with cables, extending StarTech's dependable rack lineup to a mid-size server room.
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