Honor of Kings recharge: ERC20 vs TRC20 — Which is Cheaper?

Why Network Fees Matter for Honor of Kings Recharge

Buying Honor of Kings top-up with USDT saves you from needing a Chinese bank card or ID verification. But the blockchain network you choose — ERC20 or TRC20 — directly impacts your total cost. A wrong pick can add $2–$5 per transaction.

ERC20 vs TRC20: Fee Comparison (2026 Data)

Network	Average USDT Transfer Fee	Typical Honor of Kings Recharge Fee (e.g., 6480 Coupons)
ERC20	$1.50 – $4.00	$58.00 – $62.00
TRC20	$0.20 – $0.80	$55.00 – $58.00

*Prices as of January 2026. Actual fees vary with network congestion.*

ERC20 uses Ethereum, which often sees high gas fees. TRC20 runs on TRON, known for low and stable fees. For a typical 6480 Coupon pack ($55–$62 USD equivalent), picking TRC20 saves you $3–$5 per recharge.

Real Example: Recharging 6480 Coupons

• **TRC20 transfer**: $0.50 fee → total $56.00 (including $55.50 game credit + $0.50 network fee)
• **ERC20 transfer**: $2.50 fee → total $59.00 ($56.50 credit + $2.50 fee)

That’s $3.00 saved every time. For frequent players, the difference adds up fast.

Which One Should You Use?

If your USDT wallet supports both, always choose TRC20 for Honor of Kings recharge. It’s cheaper, faster (15–30 seconds vs 2–5 minutes), and accepted by nearly all Chinese top-up services. Only use ERC20 if your exchange or wallet doesn’t support TRC20.

How to Pay with USDT

1. Buy USDT on an exchange (Binance, OKX).
2. Withdraw to TRC20 address from your chosen recharge service.
3. Send exact amount + small buffer for fees.
4. Receive Honor of Kings Coupons within minutes.

No Chinese card, no KYC required.