Real-Time TPS
Solana TPS is 296X more than Bitcoin TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Solana max TPS is 548X more than Bitcoin max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Solana max theoretical TPS is 9,286X more than Bitcoin max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Solana block time is 99.93% less than Bitcoin block time
Finality
Solana finality is 99.64% less than Bitcoin finality
Type
Solana and Bitcoin are both layer 1 blockchains
Governance Model
The governance types of Solana and Bitcoin are both off-chain
Launch Date
Solana was launched 11 years after Bitcoin
Other Comparisons
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About 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.
What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin stands as a leading cryptocurrency and payment network, utilizing peer-to-peer technology to operate without central authorities. It embraces global participation as an open-source platform. A notable advancement in Bitcoin is the introduction of ordinals and inscriptions. Launched in January 2023, the Bitcoin ordinals protocol enables the embedding of digital content like art, text, or video directly onto the Bitcoin blockchain. This innovation allows for the creation of exclusive digital collectibles, giving each satoshi a unique identity and purpose, broadening Bitcoin's utility beyond its role as a store of value.