ETH Lags Behind – Solana Steals the Spotlight?

Ethereum (ETH) has rebounded to $1,600, gaining 10% on the day — but don’t let the green candle fool you. This recovery comes after a brutal multi-month decline of over 50% in 90 days, and nearly 55% in one year. Compared to BTC’s bounce and strength, ETH looks significantly weaker.

ETH Underperforms Across All Timeframes

• 7D: -15.8%

• 30D: -20.7%

• 90D: -51.8%

• 1Y: -54.6%

• Massive underperformance vs BTC and even some altcoins

Solana Rising While ETH Stalls

As ETH struggles, Solana (SOL) is gaining momentum. Faster transaction speeds, lower gas fees, and a thriving ecosystem of DeFi + NFTs make Solana increasingly attractive to both retail and institutional players.

The narrative is shifting — not just a price rotation, but a structural power shift in Layer 1 dominance.

What to Watch

ETH under $1,700 = long-term weakness remains

SOL/ETH ratio climbing = more rotation ahead

• Layer 2 narrative hasn’t stopped ETH bleeding

Conclusion

ETH is losing ground — in both price and relevance. If this trend continues, Solana could emerge as the new Layer 1 leader, especially if Ethereum fails to deliver meaningful scaling or innovation in the near term.

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