Base vs XRP Ledger

Real-time TPS

Base TPS is 95.05 tx/s, while XRP Ledger TPS is coming soon

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95.05 tx/s
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Soon

Max TPS (100 blocks)

Base max TPS is 616 tx/s, while XRP Ledger max TPS is coming soon

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616 tx/s
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Soon

Max Theoretical TPS

Base max theoretical TPS is 1,429 tx/s, while XRP Ledger max theoretical TPS is coming soon

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1,429 tx/s
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Soon

Block Time

Base block time is 2s, while XRP Ledger block time is coming soon

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2s
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Soon

Finality

Base finality is 16m, while XRP Ledger finality is coming soon

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16m
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Soon

Type

Base is a layer 2 blockchain, while XRP Ledger type is unknown

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Layer 2 blockchain
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Soon

Governance

Base governance is off-chain, while XRP Ledger governance is coming soon

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Off-chain
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Soon

Launch Date

Base was launched on Aug 9, 2023, while the XRP Ledger launch date is unknown

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Aug 9, 2023
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Soon

Other Comparisons

About Blockchains

About Base

Base, an Ethereum-based blockchain developed by Coinbase, operates as a Layer 2 (L2) network, leveraging Optimism to provide a secure, cost-effective, and user-friendly environment for decentralized application (dApp) development. With a mission to onboard the next billion users to web3, Base ensures near-zero fees, quick transactions, and robust security supported by Ethereum's infrastructure. At its launch, Base had over 100 dApps and service providers, aiming to solve the blockchain trilemma by prioritizing interoperability and composability among participating rollups. This approach enhances scalability while preserving security and decentralization.

About XRP Ledger

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is a decentralized, public blockchain led by a global community of businesses and developers looking to solve problems and create value.

Blockchains Socials

Base Socials

XRP Ledger Socials