IP Phone Comparison Guide
Focus Research
May 2009
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Nortel Networks ShoreTel Avaya Polycom
IP Audio Conference Phone 2033 ShorePhone IP 560g 4690 IP Speakerphone SoundPoint IP 650
Features
System PoE (Power over Ethernet) support Integrated Ethernet switch, PoE support PoE support PoE support
Voice Codecs G.711a, G.729a G.711a, G.711u, G.729a G.711, G.729a G.722, G.711 ïa, G.729a
Function Buttons Goodbye, Hold, Mute Conference, Directory, Hold, Intercom, Mute, Redial Hold, Mute, Defer, Redial, Handsfree
Mute, Redial, Transfer, Voicemail
Speakerphone Yes Yes Yes Yes
Display 248 x 68 pixels 168 x 80 pixels 248 x 68 pixels 320 x 160 pixels
Resolution
Weight 1.8 lbs. 2.6 lbs. 2.1 lbs. 2.75 lbs.
Price $1,145 $429 $1,299 $290
VoIP-News A hands-free conference phone that is Color screen with six-line appearances, Incorporates a number of convenient Hello HD. Polycom's Sound Point IP
Comments ideally suited for conference rooms of four soft keys, a full duplex speakerphone features, such as a message-waiting 650's HD voice technology raises the
small-to-medium size and managerial/ with a seven octave range for crystal indicator, easily readable displays, standard for VoIP voice quality. It's a
executive offices. The device features clear sound, an ergonomic handset and hearing-aid compatibility, NetMeeting phone fit for an executive that every
360-degree room coverage and a backlit a unique keyboard. compatibility, multiple programmable receptionist will love.
three-line, 24-character LCD. feature keys and display navigation keys.
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Siemens Cisco Systems AltiGen Communications
optiPoint 420 advance IP Phone 7971G-GE AltiGen IP 710
Features
System Integrated Ethernet switch, PoE support Integrated Ethernet switch, PoE support Integrated Ethernet Switch, PoE Support
Voice Codecs G.711, G.722, G.723.1, G.729ab G.711, G.729a G.711, G.723 and G.729a
Function Buttons Speakerphone, Mute, Auto redial Directory, Headset, Menu-navigation keys, Voice Mail, Voice mail, transfer, redial, mute, intercom, hold,
Mute directory, conference, presence management, two
headset ports (RJ9 & 2.5mm) with built in amplifier, 15
programmable buttons including busy lamp fields and
feature access, real-time I/P diagnostics.
Speakerphone Yes Yes Yes
Display N/A 320 x 240 pixels 100 x 32 pixels
Resolution
Weight 2.1 lbs. 4.7 lbs. 2.1 lbs.
Price $475 $790 $299
VoIP-News Combines tap-proof telephony via voice encryption with Features a backlit, high-resolution, color, touch-screen The AltiGen IP 710 is feature-rich desktop phone with
Comments an effective authentification mechanism. Good voice display for easy access to communication information, multiple programmable soft options and single-button
quality, thanks to G.722 Wideband Codec technology, time-saving applications and features. The unit offers access to voice mail, activity/presence selection, voice-
or unrestricted access to all HiPath features and a access to eight telephone lines, a high-quality, hands- mail greeting selections, call recording, call conferencing
multitude of convenient adapters and modules, make for free speakerphone and a built-in headset connection. and call transferring.
even better functionality when making calls.
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