Real-time TPS
Hedera TPS is 11.86% less than Optimism TPS
9.34 tx/s
10.59 tx/s
Max Recorded TPS
Hedera max TPS is 49X more than Optimism max TPS
3,302 tx/s
67.41 tx/s
Max Theoretical TPS
Hedera max theoretical TPS is 14X more than Optimism max theoretical TPS
10,000 tx/s
714 tx/s
Block Time
Hedera block time is 1.04X more than Optimism block time
2.08s
2s
Finality
Hedera finality is 99.27% less than Optimism finality
7s
16m
Type
Hedera is a layer 1 blockchain, while Optimism is a layer 2 blockchain
Layer 1 blockchain
Layer 2 blockchain
Governance
Hedera council governance is worse than Optimism on-chain governance
Council
On-chain
Launch Date
Hedera was launched 2 years before Optimism
Sep 16, 2019
Dec 16, 2021
Other Comparisons
Hedera Comparisons
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About Blockchains
About Blockchains
Hedera operates as a public network employing the hashgraph consensus algorithm for rapid and secure transaction validation. Governed by a council of esteemed organizations, Hedera ensures consistent progress and decentralization. Distinguished by its high throughput, security, and fair transaction ordering, Hedera strives to establish a trust layer for the internet.
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.