Rust vs C++, a Battle of Speed and Efficiency

Abstract

Vincent Ng

This study compares the performance of two excellent options for system-level development, the programming languages C++ and Rust. Through a series of tests and experiments using socket servers and various algorithms, this experiment analyses the speed and efficiency of code written in each language by looking at variables like memory management, and compilation times. The findings reveal that Rust has a number of advantages over C++, including quicker compilation times, improved memory safety, and in many situations equivalent or better performance. C++ still performs exceptionally well in several fields, nevertheless, such as low-level hardware programming and backward compatibility. Overall, the results indicate that Rust is a strong candidate for systems programming jobs, especially for new projects or those requiring a high level of performance and security.

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