#BCH has the same supply cap as #BTC (21 million coins), offers peer-to-peer functionality, and allows for faster, cheaper transactions. On paper, it looks like a more efficient version of Bitcoin. So why is BCH trading at a fraction of BTC’s price?

It’s true that price in crypto is mostly driven by perception, not just fundamentals. But BCH and BTC have taken different paths. Bitcoin has become a “store of value,” supported by institutions, ETFs, and long-term holders. Bitcoin Cash, meanwhile, focuses on day-to-day payments — a use case that hasn't yet gained mass adoption.
Technically, BCH may offer superior transaction speed and cost, but BTC remains stronger in network effect, brand trust, and developer momentum.
So is BCH undervalued? Possibly — if the market starts valuing utility and scalability more than narrative and status. Until then, price is just a reflection of what people believe today, not necessarily what’s objectively "better".