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Intro: Astar zkEVM vs Astar network

Understanding zkEVM

zkEVM (Zero-Knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine) is a scaling solution that combines the security of Ethereum with the efficiency of zero-knowledge proofs. This means transactions are faster and cheaper, while still maintaining high security.

Key Differences in regard to Gas Fees and Payment for NFT

Gas Fees for minting:

• zkEVM: Paid in $ETH on Astar Network
• Regular Astar: Paid in $ASTR (Astar’s native token).

Minting Costs:

• zkEVM: Payment in $ETH on Astar Network
• Regular Astar: Payment in $ASTR (Astar’s native token)

Minting NFTs on Sonova: Astar zkEVM

Since Sonova is a marketplace that supports Astar zkEVM, users need to pay gas fees and minting costs in ETH on Astar zkEVM. Therefore, bridge your ETH from the Ethereum mainnet to Astar zkEVM and get ready to mint on Sonova.

3 Key Points