Real-Time TPS
Polygon TPS is 95.73% less than Solana TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Polygon max TPS is 94.06% less than Solana max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Polygon max theoretical TPS is 99% less than Solana max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Polygon block time is 4.89X more than Solana block time
Finality
Polygon finality is 20X more than Solana finality
Type
Polygon is a layer 2 blockchain, while Solana is a layer 1 blockchain
Governance Model
The governance types of Polygon and Solana are both off-chain
Launch Date
Polygon was launched 2 months after Solana
Other Comparisons
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About Blockchains
What is Polygon?
Polygon, formerly Matic Network, is a blockchain platform designed to establish a multi-chain system compatible with Ethereum. It employs a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism similar to Ethereum for on-chain transactions, with its native token being MATIC. Functioning as a "layer two" or "sidechain" scaling solution alongside Ethereum, Polygon facilitates quicker transactions and lower fees. Its inception aimed to tackle Ethereum's major challenges, including high fees, subpar user experience, and limited transaction throughput, aspiring to create an "Ethereum's internet of blockchains" or a multi-chain ecosystem of Ethereum-compatible blockchains.
What is Solana?
Solana stands out as a high-performance blockchain, celebrated for its scalability, speed, and minimal transaction expenses. Featuring a distinctive consensus mechanism dubbed Proof of History (PoH), Solana achieves remarkable scalability and efficiency. Tailored to accommodate dApps, it excels in processing a vast number of transactions swiftly, thereby slashing processing durations and fees. These attributes make it a compelling platform for developers within the cryptocurrency realm.