Microsoft Build of OpenJDK vs. Azul Platform Core (Zulu)
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | Microsoft Build of OpenJDK | Azul Platform Core (Zulu) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2 | 4.9 |
| Review count | 16 | 58 |
| Ease of use | 8.6 | 9.9 |
| Ease of setup | 7.9 | 9.7 |
| Quality of support | 8.4 | 9.7 |
| Meets requirements | 9.2 | 9.8 |
| NPS | 43.75 | 94.827586 |
| Small Business | 50.0% | 60.3% |
| Mid-Market | 25.0% | 24.1% |
| Enterprise | 25.0% | 15.5% |
| Total page views | 49 | 147 |
| Total LLM citations | 270 | 724 |
Microsoft Build of OpenJDK
The Microsoft Build of OpenJDK is a free, open-source distribution of the Open Java Development Kit provided by Microsoft. It offers Long-Term Support binaries for Java versions 11, 17, and 21, compatible with x64 and AArch64/ARM64 architectures across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. Designed as a drop-in replacement for other OpenJDK distributions, it ensures seamless integration for developers and enterprises.
Azul Platform Core (Zulu)
Azul Platform Core is designed for the enterprise, with the certified builds, tight security, and cost efficiencies you need to run today’s business–critical, Java-based services. More Trust Built by Java leaders, Azul Platform Core provides 100% open source, fully tested and certified, Java SE standards-compliant, well-curated builds of OpenJDK. More Security Azul Platform Core delivers stabilized builds backed by an industry-leading support SLA, providing quarterly security-only updates for assured rapid deployment into production.