Real-time TPS
Polkadot TPS is 99.42% less than Algorand TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Polkadot max TPS is 98.04% less than Algorand max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Polkadot max theoretical TPS is 84.01% less than Algorand max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Polkadot block time is 2.08X more than Algorand block time
Finality
Polkadot finality is 100% more than Algorand finality
Type
Polkadot and Algorand are both layer 1 blockchains
Governance
The governance types of Polkadot and Algorand are both on-chain
Launch Date
Polkadot was launched 1 year after Algorand
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About Blockchains
About Blockchains
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.
About Blockchains
Algorand emerges as a blockchain platform committed to fostering transparency and enabling the growth of decentralized projects and applications. Operating as a public, decentralized blockchain, it leverages a Pure Proof-of-Stake (PPoS) consensus mechanism to uphold network security, efficiency, and decentralization. Powered by the Algorand Consensus Algorithm, the network employs a combination of cryptographic techniques and random selection to attain consensus, effectively addressing the constraints of traditional consensus mechanisms.