Bitcoin Extends Its Lead Over Ethereum in Realized Market Cap by 85%

Bitcoin shows a substantial lead of 85% over Ethereum in terms of realized capitalization, a sign of increased confidence from investors in the world's leading cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin has displayed a substantial lead of 85% over Ethereum in terms of realized capitalization, highlighting increased confidence from investors in the world’s leading cryptocurrency.

Since the collapse of the FTX exchange platform in November 2022, Bitcoin has experienced a spectacular growth in its realized capitalization, reaching 468 billion dollars, which is an increase of 117%.

During the same period, Ethereum only grew by 61 billion dollars, representing a rise of 32%.

Realized capitalization measures the actual capital flows by accounting for the price of the last movement of each unit on the blockchain. Analysts consider this indicator more reliable than simple market capitalization for assessing investor confidence.

This performance occurs in a volatile market context, with Bitcoin trading around 79,563 dollars after a daily drop of 3.50%, while Ethereum fell by more than 8% to reach 1,516 dollars.

Record Profitability for Bitcoin Holders

Glassnode highlights that Bitcoin has maintained profitability superior to that of Ethereum for 812 consecutive days, setting a historical record.

The average holder of Bitcoin remains in positive territory, while the market value/realized value (MVRV) ratio of Ethereum has fallen below 1.0 since March 2025, indicating that the average investor is now at a loss.

This difference in performance can especially be attributed to Bitcoin’s growing appeal among institutional investors and states as a strategic reserve, reinforcing its position as a benchmark digital asset.

Despite the current volatility, Bitcoin confirms its supremacy with an 85% lead over Ethereum in realized capitalization. This dominance now extends beyond financial markets, with China and Russia adopting it for their trade exchanges.