Threads vs X: User Growth Surges as X Faces CEO Exit

Threads vs X: User Growth Surges as X Faces CEO Exit

Threads vs X: Can Meta's Rising Star Dethrone Elon Musk’s Platform? The rivalry between Threads and X (formerly Twitter) has reached a turning point in 2025. With the recent departure of X CEO Linda Yaccarino and a sharp dip in daily active users, the Elon Musk-owned social media giant is facing unprecedented pressure. Meanwhile, Meta’s Threads is rapidly gaining momentum—boasting massive year-over-year growth and leveraging its ties to Facebook and Instagram to funnel in users. If you’ve been asking, “Is Threads better than X?” or “Why is Threads growing faster?” , this breakdown will answer those questions and more. As of June 2025, the battle of Threads vs X is shaping up to be one of the most fascinating tech stories of the year. Image Credits:Matt Cardy/ Getty Images Threads vs X: Daily Usage Trends in 2025 Recent data paints a compelling picture of how usage trends have shifted between Threads and X. According to Sensor Tower, X has seen a 10% year-over-year decline in daily acti…