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On-chain Data shows Solana’s 67% staked Supply Rate is more than twice that of Ethereum’s 30%
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Solana’s base staking reward is 6.6%, which is significantly higher than Ethereum’s 2.8% APY via Lido
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SOL has no staking requirements and unlocks in 2-3 days, giving it a huge advantage over ETH
On-chain data reveals a pattern that institutions are closely watching; investors are choosing Solana (SOL), at a rate more than twice as high as Ethereum (ETH).
Solana is a legacy chain and, as such, it has superior rewards. Its flexible terms and its flexibility make it the clear winner of the war for staked funds. This trend is supported by a surge of institutional adoption. Public companies already hold massive SOL positions.
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On-Chain data shows Solana’s staking rate is double Ethereum’s
The data from Solanabeach is the complete story. Approximately 67% of Solana’s total supply has been staked, which represents over $82 billion locked value.
According to beaconcha, only 30% of Ethereum’s supply is staked. This isn’t an entirely new development. Solana briefly overtook Ethereum in April 2025 and has dominated the percentage metric since then. This shows a clear preference among holders for SOL over ETH.
Solana’s 6.6% Staking Rewards Crushes Ethereum APY’s 2.8%
Investors prefer SOL because it pays better.
Solana’s native blocks rewards offer validators an APY as a base of 6.6%. This is driven by the planned inflation schedule for the network. Jito, a liquid staking platform, can increase this yield to 8% or more through MEV rewards.
Ethereum, on the contrary, offers a lower yield. Lido, which is the largest liquid stake provider, offers an APY currently of only 2.8%. Capital allocators have a clear choice.
Solana’s major advantage is its fast unlocks and no minimums.
Solana’s staking is more accessible than ever. Anyone can stake any amount directly from their wallet after a simple 2-day unlock period.
In Ethereum’s situation, it’s exactly the opposite. To run a validator, you need a minimum 32 ETH ($120,000), which is a barrier for most users who are forced into liquid staking pool with longer and more variable unlock times.
This combination of high requirements for capital and rigid terms is a deterrent. It’s a major factor in a wider market shift. From Ethereum staking, to the coming wave altcoin ETFs. This market cycle is set to redefine itself.
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