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AVIF vs JPEG
Why AVIF outperforms JPEG
AVIF vs JPEG: The Modern Upgrade
JPEG has been the standard for web images for over 25 years. AVIF represents a significant leap forward. At equivalent visual quality, AVIF is typically 50% smaller than JPEG.
AVIF Advantages Over JPEG
- Much better compression efficiency
- Transparency support
- Animation support
- HDR support
- No patent concerns
- Wide color gamut
Where JPEG Still Works
- Universal compatibility
- Fast encoding
- Extensive tooling support
- No decoding overhead