QQ Tornado

Screenshot of login QQ Tornado interface

Which software is better, QQ Tornado or Xunlei?

This comparison will evaluate the two software based on the number of users, charging situation, user capacity, number of simultaneous tasks, download bandwidth, server download speed and other aspects.

　　1. Number of users

The resources in the server come from the accumulation of users, so the number of users directly determines the number of resources in the server, so it is also an important indicator of performance.

Xunlei has been providing download services for many years and has accumulated a large number of users. Therefore, both in terms of the number of users and the existing resources of the server, it is far superior to QQ Tornado. However, because QQ Tornado recently announced that free users can use offline download services for free as long as they reach level 8, and those who can use offline download services for free The number of QQ members is also very large. Although the number of users at this stage is not as high as that of Xunlei, this decision is enough to allow the number of users of Tornado to grow rapidly.

Therefore, Xunlei is ahead of QQ Tornado in this part.

　　2. Charges

Currently, to use Xunlei's offline downloads, you must purchase a Xunlei membership worth 10 yuan per month. In addition to being available to QQ members, QQ Tornado can also be used free of charge by those whose Tornado level reaches level 8.

In this part QQ Tornado is better than Thunder.

　　3. User capacity

Xunlei and QQ Xuanfeng both use differentiated services for users in terms of user capacity. However, the difference between the two is also quite huge.

Xunlei's maximum user capacity (VIP6) can reach up to 1PB (1PB=1024TB=1024*1024GB). At this stage, for ordinary users, this is basically equivalent to unlimited capacity. In comparison, QQ Tornado seems a bit stingy in this regard, its maximum user capacity (VIP6) is only 50G. In terms of VIP1, VIP2, and VIP3, the capacities of the two are the same. Of course, if you pay an annual fee on Xunlei, each level can reach 1PB. But what I have to say is whether there is an element of deception in the 1PB capacity. The author did some calculations and found that 1PB of capacity needs to be downloaded at a speed of 1M/S for 34 years. First of all, it is impossible for us to download without stopping. Secondly, with the domestic network speed, it is very rare to reach 1M/S. Maybe we will not be able to use it up in our lifetime.

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　　4. Number of simultaneous tasks

On the flip side, there isn't much difference between the two. But QQ Tornado is undoubtedly smoother, and the differences between its various levels are smaller. The gradient of Xunlei is relatively large. From VIP3 to VIP4, there are three jumps at once, which makes people full of infinite fantasies about VIP6. In comparison, QQ Tornado feels a bit unhurried.

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　　5. Download bandwidth

After actual testing by the author, at my 2M speed, both can be downloaded at full speed. And they are relatively stable. There should be little technical difference.

　 6. Server download speed

After actual testing, Xunlei has a greater advantage than QQ Tornado in this area. It may be because Xunlei has accumulated more resources over the years, so the server download speed is significantly better than QQ Tornado.

　　7.Other aspects

In terms of client software stability, Thunder > QQ Tornado.

In terms of client advertising, QQ Tornado is very green, while Xunlei's advertising is relatively full.

　　Editor's summary:

After comparing the above aspects, we can draw some suggestions:

1. For users who often need to download unpopular resources in a short period of time, we recommend using Xunlei’s offline download service. You can search for Xunlei’s annual fee on Taobao, which generally only costs 40-60 yuan.

2. For users who don’t want to spend money, QQ Tornado is a good choice.

3. If you are a QQ member, there is no need to spend more money.

Editor’s warm reminder:

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Everyone already knows that QQ Tornado has stopped operating a long time ago, but friends who have QQ Tornado installed on their computers don’t have to worry. QQ Tornado software can still be used normally, but there is no team to update its version for you. There is no problem with normal use. Of course, if you want to continue using it, you may encounter a situation where download resources cannot be downloaded, or the download speed is 0. After all, there are no dedicated people to update and maintain the software, and some new features cannot be used. The cloud storage, offline download and other functions provided by the software are also unavailable. Friends can only complete the online download function. The editor recommends that if you have such needs, you can replace the downloaded software. If the software is not maintained by anyone, it is very likely that loopholes will appear. Once it is invaded by a virus, the consequences will be disastrous.