Real-Time TPS
Ethereum TPS is 4.06X more than Bitcoin TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Ethereum max TPS is 4.72X more than Bitcoin max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Ethereum max theoretical TPS is 17X more than Bitcoin max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Ethereum block time is 98.32% less than Bitcoin block time
Finality
Ethereum finality is 73.33% less than Bitcoin finality
Type
Ethereum and Bitcoin are both layer 1 blockchains
Governance Model
The governance types of Ethereum and Bitcoin are both off-chain
Launch Date
Ethereum was launched 7 years after Bitcoin
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About Blockchains
What is Ethereum?
Ethereum emerges as a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform empowering developers to craft and deploy smart contracts alongside dApps. Pioneering the smart contract concept, Ethereum enables self-executing agreements with terms directly encoded into its blockchain, eliminating the need for intermediaries. Additionally, Ethereum serves as a hub for the creation and exchange of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) and various digital assets. Its intrinsic cryptocurrency, Ether (ETH), facilitates network transactions and incentivizes miners to uphold network security. Ethereum's evolution to Ethereum 2.0 introduces a proof-of-stake (PoS) mechanism, aiming to enhance scalability and energy efficiency.
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.