Input & Connectivity
TESmart HDMI KVM Switch 2 Port (B0C6XSNPK1)
By Nick Miles ยท Updated 2026-05-08 ยท 8 expert sources
Pros
- +EDID emulators included at $130 โ prevents monitor renegotiation on every switch
- +Remote switch keeps the physical button on the desk, not on the KVM box
- +Audio and microphone passthrough โ headset stays connected, not per-computer
- +USB 3.0 hub is faster than the USB 2.0 found in cheaper HDMI KVMs
- +All input cables included โ no separate cable purchasing required
Cons
- โHDMI-only โ no USB-C or DisplayPort input option on this model
- โ4K@60Hz ceiling โ no path to 4K@120Hz or 144Hz refresh rates
- โUSB 3.0 hub won't saturate a fast NVMe enclosure at peak speed
- โRemote switch cable is short โ designed for desk placement, not rack mounting
Score breakdown
- Expert consensus8.7
- Effectiveness8.8
- Build safety8.6
- Durability8.5
- Value9.2