TESmart HKS801-P23
Expert rating8 / 10
- Port Count:
- 8
- Video Standard:
- HDMI
- Max Resolution:
- 4K@60Hz
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Manufacturer: TESmart Last updated: September 10, 2026
TESmart HKS801-P23 Review
The TESmart HKS801-P23 is a rack-mountable 8-port HDMI KVM switch with 4K@60Hz support, USB 3.0 pass-through, and RS232 plus LAN remote control.
TESmart already has two 4-port switches in our catalog (the KVM switch and one in the docking category), and the HKS801-P23 extends that into full 8-port territory with the kind of remote-control features (RS232, LAN) that matter specifically in server room and rack environments where someone isn't standing in front of the switch to press a button. If you're managing eight machines from a single console and need to switch remotely via network command rather than physically, this is built for exactly that. 4K60 support across all 8 ports means you're not giving up display quality for the higher port count, a common trade-off on cheaper 8-port switches that cap out at 1080p or 4K30.
RS232/LAN Control for Remote Management
Physical button switching doesn't scale well past a handful of ports, especially in a server rack you're not standing in front of daily. RS232 and LAN control let you switch sources programmatically or remotely, a meaningful feature for IT admins managing rack-mounted systems rather than a desk KVM setup.
Comparison to Alternatives
Against our IOGEAR GCS1932H and TESmart HKS0401A1U (both existing 4-port options), the HKS801-P23 doubles the port count and adds remote-control protocols aimed at rack/server deployments rather than desk use. Against ATEN's CS1922 (2-port USB-C), this is a completely different scale and use case, many-machines server management versus two-machine desk switching.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating8 / 10
Eight machines at 4K60 with remote switching, built for the rack rather than the desk.
Best for
- Server room and rack deployments managing 8 machines from one console.
- IT admins who need remote/programmatic source switching via RS232 or LAN.
Not for
- Desk setups with 2-4 machines, a smaller switch is cheaper and sufficient.
- Home users, the rack-mount form factor and remote control protocols serve no purpose outside IT deployments.
Specifications
What these specs meanHow much this switch can do compared with other rack and server KVM switches, rated from its specifications.
Identity
| Brand | TESmart |
|---|---|
| Model Number | HKS801-P23 |
| Switching Method | Front-panel buttons, hotkeys, IR remote, mouse wheel, RS232, LAN |
Topology
| Computers Supported | 8 computers |
|---|---|
| Displays Per Computer | 1 displays |
| Total Video Inputs | 8 |
| Total Video Outputs | 1 |
| Video Path Type | Single head |
| KVM Segment | Rack |
Video & Features
| Video Standard | HDMI 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 3840x2160 @ 60Hz |
Video interface
| Video Connector | HDMI |
|---|---|
| Video Interface Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Link Rate | Not applicable |
Per display capability
| Max Resolution Single Display | 3840x2160 |
|---|---|
| Max Refresh At Max Resolution | 60 Hz |
| Max Refresh At 4K | 60 Hz |
| Max Resolution All Displays Active | 3840x2160 |
| Max Refresh All Displays Active | 60 Hz |
USB peripheral switching
| USB Switching Speed | USB 3.0 5Gbps |
|---|---|
| Dedicated HID Ports | 2 ports |
USB-C and power delivery
| Power Delivery Wattage | No |
|---|
Switching control
| Button Switching | Yes |
|---|---|
| Hotkey Switching | Yes |
| Mouse Or Cursor Switching | Yes |
| Serial Or Network Control | RS232 and LAN |
Physical and power
| Rack Mountable | Yes |
|---|---|
| External Power Required | Yes |
In the box and price
| Price | 399.00 USD |
|---|
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the TESmart HKS801-P23 (8-Port HDMI KVM Switch / 4K@60Hz / USB 3.0 Pass-Through / RS232 and LAN Control / Rack-Mountable)?
Key specs for the TESmart HKS801-P23: Dedicated HID Ports 2 ports, Max Resolution 3840x2160 @ 60Hz, Max Resolution Single Display 3840x2160, Max Resolution All Displays Active 3840x2160, Max Refresh At Max Resolution 60 Hz, Max Resolution Per Display 3840x2160.
Will the TESmart HKS801-P23 (8-Port HDMI KVM Switch / 4K@60Hz / USB 3.0 Pass-Through / RS232 and LAN Control / Rack-Mountable) work with my current setup?
The TESmart HKS801-P23 (8-Port HDMI KVM Switch / 4K@60Hz / USB 3.0 Pass-Through / RS232 and LAN Control / Rack-Mountable) lists Ports is 8 (HDMI). Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the TESmart HKS801-P23 (8-Port HDMI KVM Switch / 4K@60Hz / USB 3.0 Pass-Through / RS232 and LAN Control / Rack-Mountable) best suited to?
Best suited to: Server room and rack deployments managing 8 machines from one console; IT admins who need remote/programmatic source switching via RS232 or LAN.
What are the drawbacks of the TESmart HKS801-P23 (8-Port HDMI KVM Switch / 4K@60Hz / USB 3.0 Pass-Through / RS232 and LAN Control / Rack-Mountable)?
Not the best fit for: Desk setups with 2-4 machines, a smaller switch is cheaper and sufficient; Home users, the rack-mount form factor and remote control protocols serve no purpose outside IT deployments.
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