Webgl vs webgpu, what is the difference?

WebGPU is here… but how is it actually different from WebGL? In this video, we compare WebGL and WebGPU side by side — not just in theory, but with real examples. Same scene, different rendering pipelines. WebGL has been the foundation of 3D on the web for years. But it comes with limitations. WebGPU is designed to unlock modern GPU capabilities directly in the browser — bringing more control, better performance, and entirely new possibilities. We’ll cover: * The core differences between WebGL and WebGPU * Why WebGPU is more powerful (and more complex) * What changes in how you think about rendering * A side-by-side demo using Three.js * And where WebGPU starts to really shine (like AI and compute) This isn’t just a new API — it’s a shift in how the web can use the GPU. --- If you’re working with 3D, visualizations, or performance-heavy applications, this is something worth understanding early. --- 👍 If you enjoy content about the future of the web platform, graphics, and frontend architecture, consider subscribing. --- #webgpu #webgl #threejs #webdev #frontend #javascript #graphics #gamedev