QLXD4 (G50 · 470–534 MHz) vs SLXD4D+ (G57)
The SLXD4D+ (G57) costs about $332 more than the QLXD4 (G50 · 470–534 MHz) and buys you 2 more I/O.
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SLXD4D+ (G57)| Spec | QLXD4 (G50 · 470–534 MHz) | SLXD4D+ (G57) |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U half-rack | 1U half-rack |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs | 2.1 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 151 mm | 152 mm |
| I/O count | 6 | 8 |
| Price | ~$747 | ~$1,079 |
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.
Settle it in your own rack
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.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

