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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs TESmart HKS801-E23: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and TESmart HKS801-E23 separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, TESmart HKS801-E23 at 8, 88% in favor of TESmart HKS801-E23. TESmart HKS801-E23 also has the higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600). They match on 6 other specifications, including displays per computer, video standard and video connector. On price, TESmart HKS801-E23 sits at $240.00 against $1,201.75 for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T.
Pick the TESmart HKS801-E23 if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. The TESmart HKS801-E23 is also cheaper at $240.00 vs $1,201.75, so it is the better value. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or TESmart HKS801-E23?
On paper, TESmart HKS801-E23 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 TESmart HKS801-E23?
The TESmart HKS801-E23 is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (3840x2160 vs 2560x1600), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. It also has 8 computers computers supported to the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T's 1 computers, so it can switch between more PCs.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or TESmart HKS801-E23?
TESmart HKS801-E23 costs $240.00 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
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 5.3/10
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
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 8 computers
Port Count
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1-87%
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 8
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- HDMI
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz-51%
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 3840x2160 @ 60HzBest
Video Path Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- KVM over IP
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- Single head
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- Rack
Video Connector
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- HDMI
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 60 Hz-51%
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 60 HzBest
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- USB 2.0
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- USB 2.0
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1201.75 USD
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 240 USD
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- TESmart
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- HKS801-E23
Connection Type
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- KVM-over-IP Transmitter
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- HDMI
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600-51%
- TESmart HKS801-E23
- 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 TESmart HKS801-E23 if you want the higher port count (8 vs 1), the higher max resolution (3840x2160 @ 60Hz vs 2560x1600 @ 60Hz) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | TESmart HKS801-E23 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 View on Consumercarts listing | $240.00 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.
TESmart HKS801-E23
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An 8-port HDMI KVM switch with genuine remote IP/LAN control, built for server rooms and lab environments.
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