Real-Time TPS
Polkadot TPS is 93.37% less than Gnosis Chain TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Polkadot max TPS is 1.38X more than Gnosis Chain max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Polkadot max theoretical TPS is 9.64X more than Gnosis Chain max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Polkadot block time is 1.18X more than Gnosis Chain block time
Finality
Polkadot finality is 75% less than Gnosis Chain finality
Type
Polkadot is a layer 1 blockchain, while Gnosis Chain is a layer 2 blockchain
Governance Model
Polkadot on-chain governance is better than Gnosis Chain multisig governance
Launch Date
Polkadot was launched 2 years after Gnosis Chain
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About Blockchains
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.
What is Gnosis Chain?
Gnosis Chain operates as an execution-layer Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chain, utilizing the xDAI stablecoin for transactions and fee payments. Its security is ensured by the Gnosis Beacon Chain (GBC), which employs a Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism akin to Cardano and Solana. Users stake GNO tokens to participate in transaction validation, earning additional GNO rewards for contributing to network security.