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160A vs 266xs Compressor/Gate

The 160A costs about $489 more than the 266xs Compressor/Gate, and has 3 fewer I/O for it.

160A and 266xs Compressor/Gate compared on rack space, weight, power, depth, I/O and price
Spec160A266xs Compressor/Gate
Rack space1U half-rack1U
Weight6.0 lbs4.9 lbs
Power draw12W15W
Depth200 mm146 mm
I/O count47
Price~$769~$280

Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.

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Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.

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