Both the Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT +0.29%) and the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK +0.10%) aim to capture the performance of leading U.S. technology companies. This side-by-side comparison spotlights their differences in diversification, cost, and recent performance.Snapshot (cost & size)MetricXLKVGTIssuerSPDRVanguardExpense ratio0.08%0.09%1-yr return (as of Oct. 27, 2025)29.9%30.6%Dividend yield0.5%0.4%Beta1.180.16AUM$96.4 billion$128.3 billionBeta measures price volatility relative ...