Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 504.0 MH/s |
| 3,360 W | Consommation électrique | 800 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,587,301.6 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 4,400.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 2,730 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithme | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)
Based on BTC price of $78,237 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer AL1 comes out ahead — it takes 5 of 6 (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 3174503% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the Antminer AL1's favour. The Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) holds the edge in consommation électrique. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer AL1 3174503% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) 76% better power draw (3,360 vs 800 W)
- Antminer AL1 100% better efficacité (210 vs 1,587,302 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 100% better weight (14.5 vs 4,400.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 320% more heat output (11,464 vs 2,730 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 20% more score de minage domestique (36.0 vs 30.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Antminer AL1 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $165 |
| -$7.49 | Daily net profit | -$1.92 |
| -$12,733 | Net after 1 year | -$866 |
| -$15,466 | Net after 2 years | -$1,567 |
| -$18,199 | Net after 3 years | -$2,267 |
| 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
Antminer AL1Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer AL1210.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) is more profitable at $-1.92/day compared to $-7.49/day for the Antminer AL1. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)). 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 Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh)?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L3+ (504Mh) runs at 1,587,301.6 J/TH — a difference of 1,587,091.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficacité (210 vs 1,587,302 J/TH).