Differences Between Validator and Delegator
The core distinctions between validators and delegators are outlined below:
| Validator | Delegator | |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Validators actively run a node, validate transactions, and actively participate in securing the network. | Delegators do not run a node themselves but entrust their tokens to a validator to participate on their behalf. |
| Stake Requirement | Validators have a higher minimum stake requirement and, additionally, they have to stake $AVAX tokens. | The minimum stake requirement for delegators is lower and only requires $BEAM tokens. |
| Rewards Distribution | Validators receive rewards directly for their validation efforts. | Delegators receive rewards indirectly through the validator they delegate to, sharing a portion of the validator’s reward. |