| Feature | Static Site Generator | CMS (e.g., WordPress) | SSR (Server-Side Rendering) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rendering Time | Build time | Runtime | Runtime |
| Hosting | Static file server | Web server with DB | Node.js / framework |
| Performance | Excellent | Slower (depends on DB) | Good, but variable |
| Content Management | Manual or Headless CMS | Built-in | Manual or headless |
| Use Cases | Blogs, docs, portfolios | Blogs, e-commerce | Dynamic apps, SEO |