VDI client features comparison in Zoom

There are a lot of similarities between Zoom’s meeting client for VDI and its other solutions, but it also has some major differences that make it stand out from the rest.

Note: An overview of the VDI client is provided in this article at a high level. You can compare the desktop client with the web client in a detailed manner.

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

 Feature VDI client Desktop client Web client
Recording Cloud only Local or Cloud Cloud only
Virtual Backgrounds and Filters

hardware permitting

It does not require a green screen, any camera can be used, as long as the hardware permits Using third-party apps, hardware permitting
Sharing Desktop, apps, portion of desktop Desktop, apps, audio, camera, Airplay, portion of desktop Chrome (desktop and apps) Edge (desktop and apps), Firefox (desktop only)
Dual monitor mode
Video participants Up to 49 visible at once, hardware permitting Up to 49 visible at once 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 video screen sharing Enabled through Registry
Reactions Limited set of reactions
Screen capture
Push to talk
HID functionality on Jabra headsets
Sharing multiple applications at once
Archive meeting Windows, Mac, and Linux
Share computer audio
7×7 gallery view
Language interpretation
Drag and move video in wall view
Multi-pin
Immersive Scenes
Supports simultaneous meetings

2nd meeting in fallback

Dual Cameras

How Zoom VDI is optimized

A best case scenario is that the media plugin will offload all video encoding and decoding tasks to the Zoom cloud via the network, bypassing the VDI infrastructure in order to achieve optimal performance. There is always an exchange of control information over the VDI channel, such as authentication and window locations.




Frequently Asked Questions

On select operating systems and virtual desktop agents, the VDI plugin 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.
Zoom desktop clients are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. By selecting your profile picture, then Help, and finally About Zoom, you will find all the information you need. There will be a Zoom Desktop Client version displayed.
Combined with simple online meetings, Zoom combines video conferencing, group messaging, and cloud-based video conferencing.
By using the Zoom web client, you can join Zoom meetings and webinars through 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.
Start video conferencing with your friends and colleagues worldwide by downloading Zoom on your PC. The Zoom remote conferencing service lets you create video calls, host online meetings, and collaborate with others. It is free to use Zoom, but additional features are available with paid subscriptions.

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