Comparison of VDI client features in Zoom
There are many similarities between Zoom’s meeting client for VDI and its other solutions, but it also has some major differences that set it apart from the rest.
Note: A high-level overview of the VDI client is provided in this article. You can compare the desktop client to the web client in detail.
In this article we will cover the following topics:
- How does Zoom VDI compare to Zoom on other platforms?
- How Zoom VDI is optimized
How does Zoom VDI compare to Zoom on other platforms?
| special feature | VDI client | desktop client | web client |
| recording | cloud only | Local or cloud | cloud only |
| Virtual backgrounds and filters | ✔
hardware allowed |
No green screen is required, any camera can be used as long as the hardware allows it | Use of third-party apps if the hardware allows it |
| Split | Desktop, Apps, Part of the desktop | Desktop, Apps, Audio, Camera, Airplay, Part of Desktop | Chrome (desktop and apps) Edge (desktop and apps), Firefox (desktop only) |
| Dual monitor mode | ✔ | ||
| video participant | Up to 49 visible at a time, hardware permitting | Up to 49 visible at the same time | Active speaker |
| video resolution | 1080p max, 360 typical on thin hardware | 1080p max | 720p max |
| Breakout Sessions | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Computer Audio (VOIP) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| zoom phone | Optimized on all platforms (v5.9.0+): Citrix/Mac Citrix/Windows Citrix/Linux* VMware/Windows VMware/Mac VMware/Linux* AVD/Windows AVD/Linux**All supported Linux plugins |
✔ | |
| Optimized screen sharing for videos | Activated by registration | ✔ | ✔ |
| reactions | Limited number of reactions | ✔ | |
| screen capture | ✔ | ||
| Press to speak | ✔ | ✔ | |
| HID functionality on Jabra headsets | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Share multiple applications at the same time | ✔ | ✔ | |
| archive meeting | Windows, Mac and Linux | ✔ | |
| Share computer audio | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 7×7 gallery view | ✔ | ✔ | |
| language interpretation | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Drag and move videos in wall view | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Multipole | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Immersive Scenes | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Supports simultaneous meetings | ✔
2. Meeting in fallback |
✔ | |
| dual cameras | ✔ |
How Zoom VDI is optimized
A best-case scenario is that the media plugin offloads all video encoding and decoding tasks over the network to the Zoom cloud, bypassing the VDI infrastructure for optimal performance. There is always an exchange of control information such as authentication and window positions via the VDI channel.
frequently asked Questions
What is the difference between Zoom and Zoom VDI?
On select operating systems and virtual desktop agents, the VDI plug-in offloads Zoom Phone media, similar to the optimized meeting experience. Through a direct network connection, the plugin is able to process media locally and create a richer quality experience.
How do I check my Zoom VDI version?
Zoom desktop clients are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. If you select your profile picture, then help, and finally about zoom, you’ll find all the information you need. A Zoom Desktop Client version will appear.
What is the Zoom Desktop Client?
Combined with simple online meetings, Zoom combines video conferencing, group messaging and cloud-based video conferencing.
Does Zoom have a web client?
The Zoom web client allows you to join Zoom meetings and webinars from a web browser without downloading any software or plugins. It allows users with limited download and installation capabilities to use their web browser to join Zoom meetings without having to download the application.
Is the Zoom desktop client free?
Start video conferencing with your friends and colleagues worldwide by downloading Zoom on your PC. With the Zoom remote conferencing service, you can create video calls, host online meetings, and collaborate with others. Zoom is free to use, but additional features are available with paid subscriptions.
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