3D Graphics That Perform on Real-World Hardware
Create stunning 3D user interfaces that run smoothly on both embedded systems and desktop computers, with performance that stays consistent throughout your product’s lifecycle.
3D Objects and Effects

3D Scenes

3D and 2D Together

3D Graphics That Do Not Break the UX
Qt offers the flexibility to choose the best hardware for your project without being limited to high-end development machines, all while ensuring smooth and responsive interfaces. Your 3D graphics will stay consistent over time, and when you need to optimize, you have full access to the code to customize it exactly how you want.
Full 3D Graphics Framework
Build modern 3D user interfaces without the overhead of a game engine, to ensure optimal and stable performance.
ExploreBlend 2D and 3D Natively
Combine 2D and 3D graphics in the same interface without switching tools or languages.
ExploreCross-Platform 3D Scenes
Create your 3D UI once and deploy it across different hardware platforms without rewriting code.
ExploreWith the previous solution, memory usage was gradually creeping up. At first, everything looked fine, but then the UI started maxing out the hardware and crashing. After switching to Qt, we immediately saw an 85% reduction in memory usage, with performance staying consistent over time.
Tero Ohranen, UX/UI Designer, Verge Motorcycles
3D USER INTERFACES
Everything You Need for Professional 3D Graphics
Qt offers the same 3D capabilities as a game engine without unnecessary overhead like player logic, level systems, and game loops.
From simple 3D objects to complex interactive scenes, Qt provides everything you need to build professional 3D graphics.
- Import or create models
- Apply realistic materials and lighting
- Add animations and physics
- Customize with shaders as needed.
Since Qt is optimized for designing user interfaces, performance remains consistent and optimal.
NATIVE 2D, 2.5D, 3D GRAPHICS
Blend 2D, 2.5D, and 3D Without Workarounds
Build interfaces that mix 2D and 3D objects without the hassle of using separate toolkits.
Qt Quick 3D is an extension of Qt Quick, so you can use the same language and codebase whether you’re designing flat graphics, 2.5D effects, or complex 3D scenes.
Need to add a 3D model to a 2D dashboard? Done. Want interactive 2D controls inside a 3D environment? No problem.
It all works together naturally, letting you focus on creating great interfaces instead of wrestling with integration.
CROSS-PLATFORM 3D GRAPHICS
Consistent 3D UIs Across All Your Products
Companies with multiple product lines can provide the same high-quality 3D experience across entry-level to premium devices without rewriting from scratch for each platform.
Develop on Linux, Windows, or Mac, and deploy on a wide range of operating systems, browsers, or bare metal.
Qt Quick 3D scales naturally from low-power to high-performance systems, while QtRhi automatically translates your graphics to the right API: Vulkan, Direct3D, OpenGL, or Metal.
Design once, deploy everywhere, and ensure your product family looks and performs consistently.
Check if your platform is supported Explore Graphics Documentation
See Qt 3D Graphics Examples and Demos
Automotive
In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) system created with Qt, featuring 3D graphics, visual effect, motion design, and more.
Medical
Animated UI which includes 2D assets, a 3D FBX model, animations, interactive buttons & sliders, and more.
Digital Twin
Industrial showcase application that includes Figma integration, reusable components, visual state logic, and smooth transitions.
Hyperrealistic World
Discover a dynamic environment with sky, ground, mountains, water, waterfalls, and animated 3D objects all living together in real time.
Mobility Experience
A single-person simulated autonomous driving experience, taking you through a range of scenes that are made with Qt.
3D Graphics for Embedded
Learn how to achieve real-time reflections, shadow casting, and other advanced visual effects on embedded platforms.
Qt naturally enables the creation of atomic UI components that can be reused across projects and appliances for a consistent, optimal user experience across different devices.
Daniel Dersmann, Head of Global GUI Framework Development, BSH
1000s of Developers Use Qt
NATIVE RENDERING CAPABILITY
Stability Like Nowhere Else
Build your 3D user interfaces with the market-proven, well-supported Qt Framework, trusted by over 1,5 million developers worldwide.
With Qt's long-term support, comprehensive documentation, and a strong developer community, ensure your 3D graphics remain stable, maintainable, and future-proof, so you can focus on value-adding, not routines.
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Qt Framework’s comprehensive set of libraries take away your routines from middleware to UI, 2D to 3D, platform to platform.
More on Releases & Licensing
The regular Qt Framework release cycle and the flexible licensing options allow you to choose the best fit to your product’s needs.
Get the Most Out of Qt
Start experimenting with Qt's extensive, cross-platform UI framework, combining basic controls with enriched components.