All Solana transactions consume a computation unit (CU). A simple transfer may only use small amounts, but complex defi actions or activation of memo coins can be even more biting. With the 48m CUS old cap, the network is overwhelmed during periods of high activity, leading to delays and failed deals, as seen in the Trump-themed Memecoin flood earlier this year.
Now, with 60m CUs per block, the network can handle more loads. It opens the door to:
Reduce transaction fees during user flexible experience for developers to build complex DappSgreater features that support large-scale events (such as NFT mint, airdrops, token launches, etc.)
And this is not the end of it. The proposal suggests pulling the cap to an additional 100m CU, again doubling the current capacity. That’s a clear signal. Solana is preparing to handle mainstream scale traffic.
What is the impact of the Sol price on this upgrade?
Network upgrades that improve scalability and reduce friction tend to promote long-term growth. They make the chain more attractive to developers, leading to more demand for more apps, more users and more Solana prices.
Now look at the price action:
Sol Price recently rose from a 62% profit of $130 to $210 before returning to its current level of $186.68.
The correction is healthy, landing in the mid-bollinger band, surpassing the 20-day moving average of $168. This is strong support.
If buyers step in here – Given the smart, bullish news, Price can do another run at the recent highs and push towards $220 (R3 resistance).
So, while the short-term dip is seen, the underlying momentum remains unbroken. Network upgrades are not hype events, they are structural catalysts. Expect continuous accumulation at the current level.
Developer Sentiment = Future Solana Prices
Mert Mumtaz of Helius best summed it up. Upgrades mean better UX for users and more expressiveness for developers. It’s not fluff. If developers can do more in a chain with less limits, they can build faster, ship faster, and attract users faster.
And when those apps need SOL for gas, staking or utilities? Demand will rise.
More importantly, less slowing down the network during peak activity means fewer users depart for competitors.
Solana price forecast: What should I look at next?
Support Zone: $170-$168 (important) Breakout Level: $200UPSIDE TARGEN: $220-$240 Volume Returns For Macro Drivers: Continuous Capacity Upgrade to 100M CUS
If the following Github proposals were accepted and implemented this quarter, the network could run at twice its original capacity by the end of the year. It’s not just scaling. It claims that Solana will become the reliable high-performance L1.
An upgrade of the 60m CU block capacity is more than a backend adjustment. This is an increase in core scalability that directly affects Solana’s competitive ability, especially when the next wave of users and apps appears.
Solana Price could be reduced in the short term, but the upgrade is a strong recovery foundation and perhaps a breakout of over $220.
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