Windows Media Player vs MPC-HC : Which is Better?

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Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player for Windows XP offers great new ways to store and enjoy all your music, video, pictures and recorded TV. Developed by Microsoft

License: Free

Apps available for Windows

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MPC-HC

MPC-HC or Media Player Classic is a free, open source media player for Windows. Developed by MPC-HC Team

License: Open Source

Apps available for Windows PortableApps.com

Windows Media Player VS MPC-HC Feature comparision

Feature Windows Media Player MPC-HC
Bundled with Windows
Support for 4K
Audio Recording
Automatic subtitles download
Apps with Chromecast Support
Codec Tweak Tool
Customizable
Lightweight
Minimalistic
Media Streaming
Support for subtitles
Supports H265 Codec
Ad-free
Built-in Media converter
Skinnable
Album shuffle mode
Lua scripting
Command line interface
Integrated Youtube support
Music Player
Night mode/Dark Theme
Portable
Smart playlists
Dynamic/Intelligent Playlists
Moodbar
3D Support
Crossfading
Music Library
Shoutcast streaming
Multiple languages
Audio playback
Video Sharing
Hardware Accelerated
Support for Batch Mode
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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