| HyperEVM | |
|---|---|
| Type | concept |
| Created | Thu Apr 16 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) |
| Updated | Thu Apr 16 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) |
| Tags | architecture, evm, smart-contracts, developers |
| Sources |
raw/inbox/hyperliquid-official-docs
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| Related | hyperliquid, hypercore, hyperbft, hip-1 |
HyperEVM
HyperEVM is Hyperliquid's general-purpose smart contract layer, providing EVM-compatible execution alongside HyperCore. Both share the same HyperBFT consensus.
Key Properties
- Not an independent chain — runs within Hyperliquid’s unified consensus
- Direct interaction with HyperCore spot and perpetual order books
- Permissionless access to HyperCore’s high-performance liquidity
- Currently in alpha phase
Dual-Block Architecture
HyperEVM uses two block types to balance speed and capacity:
| Block Type | Duration | Gas Limit | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fast blocks | 1 second | 2M gas | Quick transactions, low confirmation time |
| Slow blocks | 1 minute | 30M gas | Large deployments, complex contracts |
Two independent mempools source transactions for each block type. Developers can opt into slow blocks by setting usingBigBlocks: true.
What Builders Can Do
- Deploy ERC20 contracts and corresponding spot assets without permission (no bridging risk)
- Build lending protocols using read precompiles for order book pricing
- Execute liquidations via write system contracts (protocolized liquidations)
- Create and tokenize vaults (e.g., EIP-4626) with fully onchain accounting
Alpha Phase Priorities
- Fairness: Maintain equal access aligned with Hyperliquid’s principles
- Stability: Gradual expansion to ensure system reliability
- Iteration: Improvements driven by real-world usage, not just testnet
Ecosystem Directories
- ASXN, HypurrCo, HL Eco, Hyperliquid.wiki
See also: HyperCore, HIP-1: Native Token Standard, HIP-2: Hyperliquidity