How long should it take to synchronize with blockchain?

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I expected to find the answer somewhere here, but I could not find it.

I am using windows 10 and the bitcoin core wallet, with 2GB database cache. I have set the wallet to start on system boot, and I boot my system every 1-2 days.

How long should synchronizing with the blockchain take in this case? Let's say I'm 14 hours behind.

For me, Bitcoin core will take about half an hour to sync, and I feel this is way too slow. I have a relatively new gaming laptop with an i7 processor, 8GB RAM. I have Bitcoin core installed on my SSD, and the blockchain is stored on my SSD. I have 40 megabit internet (and I do actually reach similar speeds).

Ruben

Posted 2017-12-08T12:42:22.340

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1Any specific reason for using that wallet? There are many light weight wallets that do not require downloading the entire blockchain. – Callerap – 2017-12-08T17:21:06.353

My original reason was that Bitcoin core is the reference version for older wallets. I am also not sure if light weight wallets are as secure as Bitcoin core? – Ruben – 2017-12-09T10:56:19.647

1Yes there are many secure wallets besides of bitcoin core. Checkout Exodus, Electrum, and even Jaxx. These wallets are light weight, yet you are in control of your funds. :) – Callerap – 2017-12-09T21:54:35.630

2You are seriously suggesting a closed source wallet? Lightweight wallets are categorically less secure than Bitcoin core and significantly less private. They're faster to start using, but that comes at a cost. – G. Maxwell – 2018-10-26T22:45:29.087

Answers

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A half hour to sync two days is almost 100x faster than real-time. It's slower than I would expect, but without more information it's not really possible to tell if there is anything that could be improved about your system or configuration.

G. Maxwell

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