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Do you really want to have two computers where only one is ever in use, when you could have just one for half the cost?
Your setup is rather peculiar, and wastes a computer. It is usually done with dual-booting or virtualization, while multiple inputs (which I bet your screen has) or HDMI switch could handle it as well (although without handling keyboard/mouse).
KVM's were designed for server environments, sold to server environments, and only take server environments into consideration where VGA+USB will remain the status quo for years to come.
If you're really set on a KVM, take a 4k-capable standalone HDMI switch, a USB "switch" (https://www.amazon.com/IOGEAR-Computer-Peripheral-Sharing-GU..., or a USB KVM), and an arduino to strap it together as a unit. Unless servers do away with VGA (hahah, no), I doubt you'll find a product for an affordable price that does what you want.