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Apache HTTP Server vs Nginx

Based on 4 and 25 real audits

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MetricApache HTTP ServerNginxWinner
Performance4263Nginx
Accessibility8890Nginx
Best Practices8489Nginx
SEO8894Nginx
Security6975Nginx
TTFB418ms407msNginx
Composite7479Nginx
Performance
Apache HTTP Server
42
Nginx
63
Accessibility
Apache HTTP Server
88
Nginx
90
Security
Apache HTTP Server
69
Nginx
75
SEO
Apache HTTP Server
88
Nginx
94
Composite
Apache HTTP Server
74
Nginx
79

Nginx outperforms Apache HTTP Server in 7 of 7 categories, with a stronger composite score (79 vs 74). Apache HTTP Server leads in no categories.

FAQ

Which is faster, Apache HTTP Server or Nginx?
Based on real BeaverCheck audits, Nginx sites score higher on Lighthouse performance (63 vs 42 on average).
Which has better security, Apache HTTP Server or Nginx?
Nginx sites score higher on security analysis (75 vs 69 on average).
Should I choose Apache HTTP Server or Nginx for my website?
Both platforms have trade-offs. Nginx scores higher on performance while Apache HTTP Server may excel in other areas. Run a free BeaverCheck audit to compare specific metrics relevant to your use case.
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