Real-time TPS
Arbitrum TPS is 97.11% less than Solana TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Arbitrum max TPS is 86.94% less than Solana max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Arbitrum max theoretical TPS is 38.46% less than Solana max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Arbitrum block time is 46.6% less than Solana block time
Finality
Arbitrum finality is 75X more than Solana finality
Type
Arbitrum is a layer 2 blockchain, while Solana is a layer 1 blockchain
Governance
Arbitrum on-chain governance is better than Solana off-chain governance
Launch Date
Arbitrum was launched 1 year after Solana
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About Blockchains
About Blockchains
Arbitrum serves as a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, leveraging rollups to significantly boost scalability and reduce transaction costs while maintaining robust security. It enables developers to execute EVM-compatible smart contracts with a substantially higher transaction throughput and lower fees compared to Ethereum's main chain, making it a compelling platform for decentralized application development.
About Blockchains
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.