DirectX vs GDI
A side-by-side look at DirectX and GDI. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
DirectX
Gaming Software
DirectX is a collection of application programming interfaces (APIs) for handling tasks related to multimedia, especially game programming and video, on Microsoft platforms. It handles tasks like rendering graphics, playing sounds and music, receiving input from controllers, and running multiplayer games.
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GDI
System & Hardware
GDI (Graphics Device Interface) is a core Windows component that enables applications to use graphics and formatted text on video displays. It provides device-independent graphics rendering services for Windows-based applications.
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