Key Differences
| Feature | Solana | Ethereum |
|---|---|---|
| TPS (Transactions/sec) | 65,000 | 15-30 |
| Block Time | 400ms | 12-14 sec |
| Avg Transaction Fee | $0.00025 | $1-50+ |
| Consensus | Proof of History | Proof of Stake |
| Smart Contracts | Rust, C, C++ | Solidity, Vyper |
| EVM Compatible | No | Yes |
When to Choose Solana
- High-frequency trading applications
- DeFi protocols requiring low latency
- Gaming and NFT marketplaces
- High-volume consumer apps
- Cost-sensitive applications
When to Choose Ethereum
- Maximum security requirements
- EVM ecosystem compatibility
- Enterprise applications
- DeFi with established liquidity
- Long-term protocol development
Developer Resources
Solana APIs
- Solana JSON-RPC
- Solana Web3.js
- QuickNode Solana
- Alchemy Solana
Ethereum APIs
- Infura
- Alchemy
- QuickNode
- Public JSON-RPC