OpenGL vs Vulkan: which is better for modern graphics?

OpenGL offers easier access and faster development through higher-level abstractions and decades of support, but it can lack full control and performance. Vulkan delivers advanced performance, lower-level access, and greater control over hardware, making it best for demanding graphics, but it has a steeper learning curve and more complex code. For rapid prototyping and general graphics, OpenGL is easier. For maximum performance in cutting-edge graphics and games, Vulkan is often preferred.