Speed isn't everything when it comes to Move chains winning the race.

Look at the numbers: parallel EVM L1s like Monad are hitting 400ms blocktimes, while Sei comes in around 520ms. Impressive? Sure. But here's the thing—they're still playing catch-up to what Move-based networks are pulling off.

Aptos is running at roughly 50ms blocktime (and targeting 10ms), while Sui sits around 80ms. That's not just faster on paper. It fundamentally changes how applications can be built and how users experience the network.

The gap is real, and it's technical. But the question isn't whether speed alone determines winners—it's whether Move chains can convert that performance advantage into actual ecosystem adoption and developer momentum.