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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T vs Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1, Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables at 2, 50% in favor of Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables. Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T also has the higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 2048x1536). They match on displays per computer and audio support.
Pick the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 2048x1536), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.
Which is better, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T or Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables?
On paper, Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables has the edge on port count, at 2 vs Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T at 1.
What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T and Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (2560x1600 vs 2048x1536), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 7.1/10
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- 4.4/10
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
- 1-50%
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- 2
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 1 displays
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- 1 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- HDMI
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- VGA
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600 @ 60HzBest
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- 2048 x 1536-23%
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Yes
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- Yes
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Extender
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- Desk
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- Adder
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- Tripp Lite
Model
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- ALIF1104T
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- B004-VUA2-K-R
Max Resolution Per Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T
- 2560x1600Best
- Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
- 2048x1536-23%
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz vs 2048 x 1536) and the higher max resolution per display (2560x1600 vs 2048x1536).
Choose Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables if you want the higher port count (2 vs 1).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1104T | Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $1,201.75 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.
Tripp Lite B004-VUA2-K-R 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio and Cables
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid budget-friendly 2-port VGA KVM that bundles cables and a small USB hub, well suited to legacy office and lab desktops.
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