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title: "Why .NET Core is better than ASP.NET MVC?"  
description: "Why .NET Core is better than ASP.NET MVC?"  
author: "Utpal Vishwas"  
published: 2023-07-06  
updated: 2023-07-07  
canonical: https://www.mindstick.com/forum/158976/why-dot-net-core-is-better-than-asp-dot-net-mvc  
category: ".net core"  
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# Why .NET Core is better than ASP.NET MVC?

Why .NET Core is better than [ASP.NET MVC](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/155798/what-is-caching-in-asp-dot-net-mvc)?

## Replies

### Reply by Aryan Kumar

.NET Core and [ASP.NET](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/934/default-folders-available-inside-the-asp-dot-net-application-folder) [MVC](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/155803/define-cache-profile-in-mvc) are both open-source, cross-platform frameworks for building web applications. However, there are some key differences between the two frameworks.

Here are some of the reasons why .NET Core is better than ASP.NET MVC:

- **Performance:** .NET Core is a newer framework and it is designed to be more efficient than ASP.NET MVC. This is due to a number of factors, including the use of a more efficient garbage collector and the use of a more lightweight architecture.
- **Portability:** .NET Core is a cross-platform framework, which means that it can be used to build applications that run on Windows, macOS, and Linux. ASP.NET MVC is a Windows-only framework.
- **Modularity:** .NET Core is a modular framework, which means that you can only install the features that you need for your application. This can help to reduce the size of your application and improve its performance. ASP.NET MVC is not a modular framework.
- **Cloud-native:** .NET Core is designed to be used in the cloud. It supports features such as Docker and Kubernetes, which can help you to deploy and scale your applications more easily. ASP.NET MVC is not specifically designed for the cloud.

Overall, .NET Core is a more modern and efficient framework than ASP.NET MVC. If you are building a web application, then .NET Core is the better choice.

Here is a table that summarizes the key differences between .NET Core and ASP.NET MVC:

| Feature | .NET Core | ASP.NET MVC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Runtime | Framework |
| Modularity | Modular | Non-modular |
| Cloud-native | Designed for the cloud | Not specifically designed for the cloud |
| Best for | General-purpose applications | Web applications |

However, ASP.NET MVC is still a popular framework and it has some advantages over .NET Core. For example, ASP.NET MVC has a larger community of developers and there are more third-party libraries available for ASP.NET MVC than for .NET Core.

Ultimately, the best framework for you will depend on your specific needs and requirements. If you are looking for a modern, efficient, and cross-platform framework, then .NET Core is the better choice. However, if you are looking for a framework with a large community of developers and a wide range of third-party libraries, then ASP.NET MVC may be a better choice.


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