Real-Time TPS
Bitcoin TPS is 99.23% less than Solana TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Bitcoin max TPS is 99.81% less than Solana max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Bitcoin max theoretical TPS is 99.98% less than Solana max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Bitcoin block time is 1,254X more than Solana block time
Finality
Bitcoin finality is 281X more than Solana finality
Type
Bitcoin and Solana are both layer 1 blockchains
Governance Model
The governance types of Bitcoin and Solana are both off-chain
Launch Date
Bitcoin was launched 11 years before Solana
Other Comparisons
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About Blockchains
What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin stands as a leading cryptocurrency and payment network, utilizing peer-to-peer technology to operate without central authorities. It embraces global participation as an open-source platform. A notable advancement in Bitcoin is the introduction of ordinals and inscriptions. Launched in January 2023, the Bitcoin ordinals protocol enables the embedding of digital content like art, text, or video directly onto the Bitcoin blockchain. This innovation allows for the creation of exclusive digital collectibles, giving each satoshi a unique identity and purpose, broadening Bitcoin's utility beyond its role as a store of value.
What is Solana?
Solana stands out as a high-performance blockchain, celebrated for its scalability, speed, and minimal transaction expenses. Featuring a distinctive consensus mechanism dubbed Proof of History (PoH), Solana achieves remarkable scalability and efficiency. Tailored to accommodate dApps, it excels in processing a vast number of transactions swiftly, thereby slashing processing durations and fees. These attributes make it a compelling platform for developers within the cryptocurrency realm.