Base64 vs Hex Encoding: When to Use Each
Base64 vs hexadecimal encoding comparison: size efficiency, readability, use cases, and performance. With conversion examples.
Size Comparison
- Hex: 2 characters per byte (100% overhead)
- Base64: 4 characters per 3 bytes (33% overhead)
Base64 is always more compact. Use hex when readability matters (hash outputs, colors). Use Base64 when size matters (data URIs, API payloads).
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