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NTT DATA vs Cognizant

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two Managed IT Services providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

NTT DATA vs Cognizant at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

NTT DATACognizant
Overall score88/10090/100
TierPremierElite
Capability (editorial)8791
Ease of use (editorial)8689
Value (editorial)8791
Best forEnterpriseEnterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
HeadquartersTokyo, JapanTeaneck, New Jersey, USA
Founded19881994

Verdict

Cognizant is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (90/100 vs 88/100), but both are credible Managed IT Services options. NTT DATA fits enterprise; Cognizant fits enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a global IT services leader providing managed infrastructure, cloud, networking, and digital services to enterprises worldwide.

  • Global managed infrastructure and cloud
  • Enterprise networking and data-center services
  • Managed security operations
  • 24/7 global delivery

Best for: Enterprise

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Cognizant

Cognizant is a global professional services company offering managed IT, infrastructure, application, and digital services to large enterprises.

  • Global delivery and 24/7 managed operations
  • Infrastructure, cloud, and application management
  • End-user and service-desk support at scale
  • Managed security services

Best for: Enterprise

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NTT DATA vs Cognizant — FAQ

Is NTT DATA better than Cognizant?

On RankedVendors, Cognizant scores 90/100 versus NTT DATA's 88/100, so Cognizant ranks higher overall in Managed IT Services. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between NTT DATA and Cognizant?

NTT DATA is a global IT services leader providing managed infrastructure, cloud, networking, and digital services to enterprises worldwide. Cognizant is a global professional services company offering managed IT, infrastructure, application, and digital services to large enterprises. Both compete in Managed IT Services; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, NTT DATA or Cognizant?

Our editorial value scores put NTT DATA at 87/100 and Cognizant at 91/100. NTT DATA is Quote-based; Cognizant is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.