Cryptocurrency Q&A Why is Bitcoin TPS so low?

Why is Bitcoin TPS so low?

ethan_harrison_chef ethan_harrison_chef Thu Nov 28 2024 | 7 answers 1505
I'm wondering why the transaction per second rate of Bitcoin is so low compared to some other payment systems. I want to understand the reasons behind this limitation. Why is Bitcoin TPS so low?

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SakuraBlooming SakuraBlooming Sat Nov 30 2024
This constraint arises from specific design choices within the network.

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SejongWisdomSeeker SejongWisdomSeeker Sat Nov 30 2024
Bitcoin stands as the pioneering cryptocurrency with a notable characteristic.

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Dario Dario Sat Nov 30 2024
One major factor is the block size, which restricts the amount of data processed per block.

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MysticRainbow MysticRainbow Sat Nov 30 2024
Another is the block time, which determines the interval between the creation of new blocks.

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SeoulSerenitySeekerPeace SeoulSerenitySeekerPeace Sat Nov 30 2024
Its transactions per second (TPS) capacity is relatively limited.

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