Base vs XRP Ledger
Real-time TPS
Base TPS is 95.05 tx/s, while XRP Ledger TPS is coming soon
Max TPS (100 blocks)
Base max TPS is 616 tx/s, while XRP Ledger max TPS is coming soon
Max Theoretical TPS
Base max theoretical TPS is 1,429 tx/s, while XRP Ledger max theoretical TPS is coming soon
Block Time
Base block time is 2s, while XRP Ledger block time is coming soon
Finality
Base finality is 16m, while XRP Ledger finality is coming soon
Type
Base is a layer 2 blockchain, while XRP Ledger type is unknown
Governance
Base governance is off-chain, while XRP Ledger governance is coming soon
Launch Date
Base was launched on Aug 9, 2023, while the XRP Ledger launch date is unknown
Other Comparisons
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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.