Real-Time TPS
Flow TPS is coming soon, while Polkadot TPS is 0.04 tx/s
Max Recorded TPS
Flow max TPS is coming soon, while Polkadot max TPS is 112 tx/s
Block Time
Flow block time is coming soon, while Polkadot block time is 6.01s
Finality
Flow finality is coming soon, while Polkadot finality is 1m
Type
Flow type is unknown, while Polkadot is a layer 1 blockchain
Governance Model
Flow governance is coming soon, while Polkadot governance is on-chain
Launch Date
The Flow launch date is unknown, while Polkadot was launched on May 26, 2020
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About Blockchains
What is Flow?
Flow is a proof of stake blockchain designed to be the foundation of Web3 and the open metaverse, supporting consumer-scale decentralized applications, NFTs, DeFi, DAOs, PFP projects, and more. Powered by Cadence, an original programming language built specifically for digital assets, Flow empowers developers to innovate and push the limits that will bring the next billion to Web3. Created by a team that has consistently delivered industry-leading consumer-scale experiences including CryptoKitties, NBA Top Shot, and NFL ALL DAY, Flow is an open, decentralized platform with a thriving ecosystem of creators from top brands, development studios, venture-backed startups, crypto leaders, and more.
What is Polkadot?
Polkadot stands out among other blockchain projects for its focus on enhancing the foundational infrastructure of dApps. It aims to enable interoperability between blockchain ecosystems, facilitating seamless communication without intermediaries. Functioning as a "network of networks," Polkadot utilizes parachains — specialized blockchains with unique functionalities and tokens — to enable interaction between diverse blockchain architectures. Powered by the nominated proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus algorithm and drawing inspiration from the Ouroboros protocol, Polkadot offers a robust framework for building interconnected and scalable decentralized systems.