Ethereum vs Solana: Which Will Hit a New ATH First?
Yahoo News
Last updated: May 26, 2026
Both Ethereum and Solana are significantly below their all-time highs, prompting an analysis of which cryptocurrency is more likely to recover first. Key upgrades for both networks are identified as potential catalysts for price appreciation.
- Ethereum is currently trading around $2,115, approximately 58% below its peak of $4,953. Solana is trading near $86, down about 71% from its high of $294.
- Ethereum's forthcoming "Glamsterdam" upgrade, scheduled for June or Q3 2026, aims to boost transaction throughput to 10,000 per second and increase the gas limit, potentially driving its price toward its all-time high.
- Solana's recovery is contingent on its "Alpenglow" upgrade, though specific details and impact on its ATH are not elaborated on in this text.
- While Ethereum is considered the more likely candidate to reach a new ATH sooner due to existing institutional infrastructure and a smaller gap, Solana presents a stronger opportunity if market sentiment shifts to favor altcoins.
