Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)
Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) vs Antminer KS3
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) | Specification | Antminer KS3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 KH/s | Taux de hachage | 9.4 TH/s |
| 380 W | Consommation électrique | 3,500 W |
| 380,000,000,000.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 372.3 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| — | Weight | 16.1 kg |
| 1,297 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,942 BTU/hr |
| 34/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Tensority | Algorithme | KHeavyHash |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)
Antminer KS3
Based on BTC price of $63,873 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer KS3 comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 5 (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Where it pulls away hardest is 939999999900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 9.4 TH/s). The Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) holds the edge in consommation électrique. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) and Antminer KS3 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer KS3 939999999900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 9.4 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) 89% better power draw (380 vs 3,500 W)
- Antminer KS3 100% better efficacité (380,000,000,000 vs 372 J/TH)
- Antminer KS3 821% more heat output (1,297 vs 11,942 BTU/hr)
- Antminer KS3 6% more score de minage domestique (34.0 vs 36.0)
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.
| Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) | Metric | Antminer KS3 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $8,000 |
| -$0.91 | Daily net profit | -$8.13 |
| -$333 | Net after 1 year | -$10,967 |
| -$666 | Net after 2 years | -$13,934 |
| -$999 | Net after 3 years | -$16,901 |
| — | 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 KS3Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer KS3372.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) or the Antminer KS3?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) is more profitable at $-0.91/day compared to $-8.13/day for the Antminer KS3. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) or Antminer KS3?
The Antminer KS3 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) vs Antminer KS3: which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer KS3 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 34/100 for the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)). 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 Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) and Antminer KS3?
The Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) runs at 380,000,000,000.0 J/TH while the Antminer KS3 runs at 372.3 J/TH — a difference of 379,999,999,627.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficacité (380,000,000,000 vs 372 J/TH).