Microsoft DirectX vs OpenGL : Which is Better?

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Microsoft DirectX

Microsoft DirectX is a collection of application programming interfaces (APIs) for handling tasks related to multimedia, especially game programming and video, on Microsoft platforms. Developed by Microsoft

License: Free

Categories: Development Photos & Graphics

Apps available for Windows

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OpenGL

OpenGL is the premier environment for developing portable, interactive 2D and 3D graphics applications. Developed by Khronos Group

License: Open Source

Categories: Development Photos & Graphics

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

Microsoft DirectX VS OpenGL Feature comparision

Feature Microsoft DirectX OpenGL
Cross-platform
Simulation
OPENGL
3D Motion Graphics
Library
Development API
Gaming
Games library
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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