We are often asked about the differences in graphics performance between VMware View and XenDesktop. Summary: XenDesktop has better performance than VMware View.

RDP for Terminal Services vs ICA for XenApp

Those running RDP for Terminal Services and ICA for XenApp (formerly Citrix Presentation Server) side by side, can guess which product delivers better video graphics performance. Anyone who has done a comparison will have seen the performance difference. Delivering virtual desktops to remote users requires excellent performance for a seamless user experience. ICA has clear advantages over over RDP.

Third-Party VMware View VDI Accelerators vs Native XenDesktop

Yes, there are third-party products for VMware View VDI delivery and graphics acceleration, but now you’re adding additional expense and complexity. XenDesktop provides the same capability or better in a single product, with a single license and a single cost. Some third-party VMware View products even require the use of specific client hardware. That defeats the goal of dynamic infrastructure doesn’t it? Having to rely on specific hardware as a client isn’t exactly “anytime, anywhere” delivery in practice.

Video Comparison of RDP and ICA for Desktop Delivery

Below are side-by-side RDP and ICA HDX demonstration videos that show which VDI product has the best desktop delivery performance.

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