| Tool | Algorithm | Time to Compress | Final Size | Time to Decompress | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Official 7-Zip | LZMA (Normal) | 18.4 seconds | 89 MB | 4.2 seconds | | Official WinRAR | RAR5 | 12.1 seconds | 102 MB | 3.1 seconds | | | LZ4 | 0.9 seconds | 211 MB | 0.4 seconds |
Use LZ4 when you need to zip/unzip instantly. Use LZMA when storage space is expensive. Why "Modded"? The Licensing and Implementation Gap You might ask: If LZ4 is open source, why isn't it in 7-Zip? modded 7zip for lz4
Introduction: Why Standard 7-Zip Isn't Enough For decades, 7-Zip has been the gold standard of file compression. Its native LZMA algorithm offers an unparalleled compression ratio, making it the go-to tool for archiving and sharing data. However, in the world of IT, game development, and data engineering, there is a crucial trade-off: speed versus size. | Tool | Algorithm | Time to Compress