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Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple vs SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple vs SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console usb hub ports compared
The gap that matters here is usb hub ports: Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple 2 against SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console 4, which puts SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console 50% ahead.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple or SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?
The Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple is the one to take for legacy trading or control-room desks still running VGA triple-monitor spreads and facilities not ready to upgrade to digital DVI/DisplayPort monitors, though it is not the pick for modern digital monitor installations (the DVI variant looks sharper) and anyone needing a fourth monitor head (see the VGA-Quad variant). The SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console suits buyers who want every cable included in the box and USB 3.0 peripheral speeds across the shared hub, though it is the wrong buy for budget two-PC setups (this is priced and specced for four) and DisplayPort-native source machines. The same goes for Four-PC desks wanting full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth at 4K60 with HDR. Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple (7/10): A cost-effective way to keep a legacy triple-VGA trading desk running without a full monitor refresh. Our rating of the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console (6.4/10): A 4-port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR smart console switch, SIIG's most capable multi-PC model in this lineup.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple or SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?
The Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple asks 23% more, $802 against $650 for the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console differ on displays per computer?
Yes. Displays Per Computer reads 3 displays on the Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple versus 1 displays on the SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple and SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- 6.1/10Best
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 6.1/10Best
How much this switch can do, rated from its video support, monitor handling, USB speed and switching options. 10 is the most capable.
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- 4 computers
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 4 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- 3 displays
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 1 displays
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- Front-panel buttons, keyboard hotkeys, three-button mouse, RS232 ASCII codes, optional RC4 remote
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Front push button or USB keyboard hotkeys, with auto-scan
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- VGA
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- HDMI
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- 2-50%
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 4Best
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- Desk
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- Yes
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Yes
Video Interface Version
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- VGA
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- HDMI 2.0
EDID Emulation
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- Yes (learns each monitor)
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Yes (fixed EDID)
USB Switching Speed
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- USB 2.0
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- USB 3.0 5GbpsBest
Hotkey Switching
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- Yes
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Yes
External Power Required
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- Yes
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- Yes
Price
- Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
- 801.90 USD
- SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
- 649.99 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0 if you want the higher USB hub ports (4 vs 2).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AV4PRO-VGA-Triple | SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $801.90 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| SIIG | $649.99 View on SIIG |
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 AV4PRO-VGA-Triple
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A cost-effective way to keep a legacy triple-VGA trading desk running without a full monitor refresh.
SIIG 4-Port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR Smart Console Switch with USB 3.0
6.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A 4-port HDMI 2.0 4K HDR smart console switch, SIIG's most capable multi-PC model in this lineup.
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