MediaPortal vs Windows Media Center : Which is Better?

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MediaPortal

MediaPortal is an open-source media center (HTPC) software project. Developed by MediaPortal

License: Open Source

Apps available for Windows

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Windows Media Center

Windows Media Center was a digital media player and manager for Windows. Developed by Microsoft

License: Commercial

Categories: Video & Movies

Apps available for Windows

MediaPortal VS Windows Media Center Feature comparision

Feature MediaPortal Windows Media Center
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Skinnable
Dvb-t
Internet Radio
Music Player
Media Streaming
TV Shows meta data support
Video library
Support AirPlay
Media Transcoding
Asset Pipeline
Apps with Chromecast Support
Operating system
Auto-identifies vids
Based on Debian
Designed for TVs
Support for NVIDIA CUDA acceleration
Audio boosting
Built-in Media converter
Hardware accelerated decoding
Home Automation
Support for IPTV
Configurable
Music collection
Music Library
Audio Recording
Record videos
Support for DLNA
Support for subtitles
TV Shows
Play local content
Local Storage
Dedicated Server Hosting
DNLA Server
Vast format support
Metadata Search
Subtitles
OPENGL
Lightweight
Networking
Create PlayList
Playstation
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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