Real-time TPS
Ethereum TPS is 1.72X more than Optimism TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Ethereum max TPS is 7.51% less than Optimism max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Ethereum max theoretical TPS is 83.33% less than Optimism max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Ethereum block time is 6.06X more than Optimism block time
Finality
Ethereum finality is the same as Optimism finality
Type
Ethereum is a layer 1 blockchain, while Optimism is a layer 2 blockchain
Governance
Ethereum off-chain governance is worse than Optimism on-chain governance
Launch Date
Ethereum was launched 6 years before Optimism
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About Blockchains
About Blockchains
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.
About Blockchains
Optimism provides a Layer 2 scaling fix for Ethereum, greatly boosting its scalability and cutting down on gas fees. It maintains robust security measures and guarantees a smooth development experience. Through Optimistic Rollups, it enables swift transaction processing, positioning Ethereum as a viable option for deploying intricate and interactive applications.