Real-time TPS
Hedera TPS is 93X more than Polkadot TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Hedera max TPS is 7.27X more than Polkadot max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Hedera max theoretical TPS is 6.67X more than Polkadot max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Hedera block time is 66.57% less than Polkadot block time
Finality
Hedera finality is 88.33% less than Polkadot finality
Type
Hedera and Polkadot are both layer 1 blockchains
Governance
Hedera council governance is worse than Polkadot on-chain governance
Launch Date
Hedera was launched 8 months before Polkadot
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About Blockchains
About Hedera
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 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.