Real-time TPS
Chainspect
Optimism TPS is 35X more than Cardano TPS
11.65 tx/s
0.34 tx/s
Max TPS (100 blocks)
Chainspect
Optimism max TPS is 7.89X more than Cardano max TPS
91.74 tx/s
11.62 tx/s
Max Theoretical TPS
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Optimism max theoretical TPS is 40X more than Cardano max theoretical TPS
714 tx/s
18.02 tx/s
Block Time
Chainspect
Optimism block time is 90.42% less than Cardano block time
2s
20.88s
Finality
Chainspect
Optimism finality is 8X more than Cardano finality
16m
2m
Type
Chainspect
Optimism is a layer 2 blockchain, while Cardano is a layer 1 blockchain
Layer 2 blockchain
Layer 1 blockchain
Governance
Chainspect
Optimism and Cardano governance are both coming soon
On-chain
On-chain
Launch Date
Chainspect
Optimism was launched 4 years after Cardano
Dec 16, 2021
Sep 27, 2017
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About Blockchains
About Optimism
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.
About Cardano
Cardano is a proof-of-stake blockchain platform: the first to be founded on peer-reviewed research and developed through evidence-based methods. It combines pioneering technologies to provide unparalleled security and sustainability to decentralized applications, systems, and societies.