Antminer KS5 Pro vs Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer KS5 Pro | Specification | Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) |
|---|---|---|
| 21.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 10.5 TH/s |
| 3,150 W | Consommation électrique | 3,600 W |
| 150.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 342.9 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 14.5 kg |
| 10,748 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 12,283 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| KHeavyHash | Algorithme | KHeavyHash |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Dragonball |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer KS5 Pro
Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)
Based on BTC price of $63,390 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Antminer KS5 Pro edges it: 4 of 5 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique). The standout gap is 56% better efficacité (150 vs 343 J/TH) in the Antminer KS5 Pro's favour. That said, the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins rapport qualité-prix. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer KS5 Pro and Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer KS5 Pro 100% more hashrate (21.0 vs 10.5 TH/s)
- Antminer KS5 Pro 13% better power draw (3,150 vs 3,600 W)
- Antminer KS5 Pro 56% better efficacité (150 vs 343 J/TH)
- Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) 14% more heat output (10,748 vs 12,283 BTU/hr)
- Antminer KS5 Pro 20% more score de minage domestique (36.0 vs 30.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
A miner pays for itself in profit, not specs. These projections track upfront cost against one, two and three years of net earnings at $0.10/kWh.
| Antminer KS5 Pro | Metric | Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) |
|---|---|---|
| $15,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $5,540 |
| -$6.96 | Daily net profit | -$8.34 |
| -$17,540 | Net after 1 year | -$8,584 |
| -$20,079 | Net after 2 years | -$11,627 |
| -$22,619 | Net after 3 years | -$14,671 |
| 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 KS5 ProScore: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer KS5 Pro150.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Antminer KS5 Pro vs Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T): which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer KS5 Pro is more profitable at $-6.96/day compared to $-8.34/day for the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer KS5 Pro or the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer KS5 Pro or Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)?
The Antminer KS5 Pro scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Antminer KS5 Pro and Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) on J/TH?
The Antminer KS5 Pro runs at 150.0 J/TH while the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) runs at 342.9 J/TH — a difference of 192.9 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 56% better efficacité (150 vs 343 J/TH).