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Nginx vs PHP

Based on 581 and 589 real audits

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MetricNginxPHPWinner
Performance4946Nginx
Accessibility8690PHP
Best Practices8888Tie
SEO9191Tie
Security6665Nginx
TTFB491ms355msPHP
Composite7474Tie
Performance
Nginx
49
PHP
46
Accessibility
Nginx
86
PHP
90
Security
Nginx
66
PHP
65
SEO
Nginx
91
PHP
91
Composite
Nginx
74
PHP
74

Nginx and PHP are closely matched, each leading in different categories. Nginx has a composite score of 74 while PHP scores 74.

FAQ

Which is faster, Nginx or PHP?
Based on real BeaverCheck audits, Nginx sites score higher on Lighthouse performance (49 vs 46 on average).
Which has better security, Nginx or PHP?
Nginx sites score higher on security analysis (66 vs 65 on average).
Should I choose Nginx or PHP for my website?
Both platforms have trade-offs. Nginx scores higher on performance while Nginx may excel in other areas. Run a free BeaverCheck audit to compare specific metrics relevant to your use case.
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