Iceriver AL3 vs Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Quick verdict
For most buyers the Iceriver AL3 is the stronger pick — it leads on 3 of 6 head-to-head factors. The Iceriver AL3 runs 15.0 TH/s; the Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite runs 300.0 MH/s.
Specs verified against the D-Central Mining Bible \xc2\xb7 June 2026
Specifications Comparison
| Iceriver AL3 | Specification | Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite |
|---|---|---|
| 15.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 300.0 MH/s |
| 3,500 W | Consommation électrique | 500 W |
| 233.3 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,666,666.7 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 45 dB |
| 16.0 kg | Weight | 4.0 kg |
| 11,942 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 1,706 BTU/hr |
| 8/100 | Home Mining Score | 78/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithme | Zksnark |
| IceRiver | Manufacturer | IceRiver |
Profitability Comparison
Iceriver AL3
Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite
Based on BTC price of $65,268 and current network difficulty as of Jun 17, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Iceriver AL3, which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 4999900% more hashrate (15.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the Iceriver AL3's favour. The Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite claws back ground on consommation électrique and score de minage domestique and niveau sonore. Cross-check the spec deltas and operating-cost table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Iceriver AL3 and Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Iceriver AL3 4999900% more hashrate (15.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite 86% better power draw (3,500 vs 500 W)
- Iceriver AL3 100% better efficacité (233 vs 1,666,667 J/TH)
- Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite 40% better noise (75.0 vs 45.0 dB)
- Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite 75% better weight (16.0 vs 4.0 kg)
- Iceriver AL3 600% more heat output (11,942 vs 1,706 BTU/hr)
- Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite 875% more score de minage domestique (8.0 vs 78.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.
| Iceriver AL3 | Metric | Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite |
|---|---|---|
| $1,550 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $979 |
| -$7.91 | Daily net profit | -$1.20 |
| -$4,436 | Net after 1 year | -$1,417 |
| -$7,322 | Net after 2 years | -$1,855 |
| -$10,209 | Net after 3 years | -$2,293 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) |
Projections assume continuous operation, a flat $0.10/kWh rate, and no hardware degradation, pool fees, or BTC price change. Real-world ROI varies.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Iceriver ALEO AE1 LiteScore: 78/100. 45 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Iceriver AL3233.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Foire aux questions
Which makes more money, the Iceriver AL3 or the Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite is more profitable at $-1.20/day compared to $-7.91/day for the Iceriver AL3. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Iceriver AL3 or Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite?
The Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite is quieter at 45 dB compared to the Iceriver AL3 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Iceriver AL3 or the Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite?
The Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite scores 78/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 8/100 for the Iceriver AL3). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
What is the efficiency difference between Iceriver AL3 and Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite?
The Iceriver AL3 runs at 233.3 J/TH while the Iceriver ALEO AE1 Lite runs at 1,666,666.7 J/TH — a difference of 1,666,433.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficacité (233 vs 1,666,667 J/TH).