- Analyst Ansem argues XRP cannot surpass Ethereum due to smart contract limitations and weaker developer adoption.
- Ethereum’s DeFi/NFT ecosystems and Layer 2 solutions solidify its dominance over XRP’s cross-border focus.
A debate over whether XRP could surpass Ethereum has sparked contrasting views among crypto analysts. Ansem, a prominent figure on X, recently argued that XRP lacks the infrastructure and utility to challenge Ethereum’s dominance, while others highlight historical precedents where XRP outperformed.
XRP will never flip ETH 😹
XRP is never going to flip Ethereum because the two projects play in completely different leagues.
Ethereum is the backbone of smart contracts, DeFi, and NFTs, while XRP is mostly focused on cross-border payments with way less flexibility for…
— Ansem 🧸💸 (@blknoiz06) March 13, 2025
Ansem’s Case Against XRP Surpassing Ethereum
Ansem emphasized Ethereum’s entrenched position in decentralized ecosystems. He cited Ethereum’s smart contract functionality, developer adoption, and role in DeFi and NFTs as insurmountable advantages. Ethereum’s gas fee model and staking mechanisms, he argued, create sustained demand, while its Layer 2 solutions address scalability, fostering long-term growth.
XRP, designed for cross-border payments, lacks Ethereum’s flexibility. Ansem noted that Ripple’s focus on traditional finance partnerships, while niche, does not match Ethereum’s diverse use cases. He also dismissed claims of XRP integrating into global banking as unrealistic, stating Ethereum’s ecosystem breadth ensures its superiority.
Opposing Views Highlight XRP’s Potential
Market analyst CrediBull Crypto countered Ansem’s stance, pointing to XRP’s 2018 bull run, where it briefly surpassed Ethereum’s market cap. Proponents argue XRP’s smaller market cap ($619.61B potential window) allows for faster growth during altcoin rallies. Technical indicators like Fibonacci retracement levels (5.57%, 11.44%) suggest dominance could rise if key resistance breaks.
Brotha XRP literally flipped ETH last cycle lol
— CrediBULL Crypto (@CredibleCrypto) March 13, 2025
XRP’s current dominance sits at 3.93%, with ETHNews analysts monitoring Fibonacci levels for breakout signals. A close above 5.57% (Fib 0.5) could trigger a rally toward 21.5% dominance. However, Ethereum’s established infrastructure and developer network remain barriers to XRP’s ascent.
#XRP – Will Outperform #ETH and #BTC – The Secret Is Under the Hood!#XRP Market Cap Window = $619.61B – $1.56T Ready How and Why.
This post focuses on XRP's Dominance and its Market Cap potential, revealing why it has a much higher multiplier than both ETH and BTC.… pic.twitter.com/7CbaGlPxjr
— EGRAG CRYPTO (@egragcrypto) December 25, 2024
While XRP’s transaction speed and banking partnerships offer niche utility, Ethereum’s adaptability and ecosystem depth cement its leadership. The debate underscores differing visions: one prioritizing specialized use cases, the other valuing multifunctional blockchain ecosystems.
