Real-time TPS
Polkadot TPS is 312X more than Polkadex TPS
Max Recorded TPS
Polkadot max TPS is 576X more than Polkadex max TPS
Max Theoretical TPS
Polkadot max theoretical TPS is the same as Polkadex max theoretical TPS
Block Time
Polkadot block time is 50% less than Polkadex block time
Finality
Polkadot finality is the same as Polkadex finality
Type
Polkadot and Polkadex are both layer 1 blockchains
Governance
Polkadot and Polkadex governance are both coming soon
Launch Date
Polkadot was launched 1 year before Polkadex
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About Blockchains
About 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.
About Polkadex
Polkadex is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on the Polkadot network. It offers high-performance, low-latency trading with a fully decentralized order book. Users can trade assets across different parachains within the Polkadot ecosystem and external blockchains connected via bridges. Polkadex uses L2 scaling solutions for fast, efficient trading and operates on a non-custodial model, allowing users to retain control of their funds at all times.