Real-Time TPS
Optimism TPS is 62.74% less than Ethereum TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Optimism max TPS is 1.08X more than Ethereum max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Optimism max theoretical TPS is 6X more than Ethereum max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Optimism block time is 83.33% less than Ethereum block time
Finality
Optimism finality is the same as Ethereum finality
Type
Optimism is a layer 2 blockchain, while Ethereum is a layer 1 blockchain
Governance Model
Optimism on-chain governance is better than Ethereum off-chain governance
Launch Date
Optimism was launched 6 years after Ethereum
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About Blockchains
What is 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.
What is Ethereum?
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.