Antminer S19 Pro+ vs Canaan Avalon A16
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Quick verdict
For most buyers the Canaan Avalon A16 is the stronger pick — it leads on 3 of 4 head-to-head factors. The Antminer S19 Pro+ runs 120.0 TH/s at 28 J/TH; the Canaan Avalon A16 runs 282.0 TH/s at 13.8 J/TH.
Specs verified against the D-Central Mining Bible \xc2\xb7 June 2026
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S19 Pro+ | Specification | Canaan Avalon A16 |
|---|---|---|
| 120.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 282.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Consommation électrique | 3,900 W |
| 28.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 13.8 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 14.4 kg | Weight | 14.9 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 13,307 BTU/hr |
| 8/100 | Home Mining Score | 8/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Canaan |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S19 Pro+
Canaan Avalon A16
Based on BTC price of $63,747 and current network difficulty as of Jun 13, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Selon notre analyse multifactorielle, le Canaan Avalon A16 l'emporte sur 3 des 4 facteurs (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). Its biggest concrete edge: 135% more hashrate (120 vs 282 TH/s). The Antminer S19 Pro+ claws back ground on consommation électrique. Cross-check the spec deltas and operating-cost table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer S19 Pro+ and Canaan Avalon A16 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Canaan Avalon A16 135% more hashrate (120 vs 282 TH/s)
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 14% better power draw (3,360 vs 3,900 W)
- Canaan Avalon A16 51% better efficacité (28.0 vs 13.8 J/TH)
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 3% better weight (14.4 vs 14.9 kg)
- Canaan Avalon A16 16% more heat output (11,464 vs 13,307 BTU/hr)
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.
| Antminer S19 Pro+ | Metric | Canaan Avalon A16 |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $4,202 |
| -$4.60 | Daily net profit | -$1.23 |
| -$4,680 | Net after 1 year | -$4,650 |
| -$6,360 | Net after 2 years | -$5,098 |
| -$8,041 | Net after 3 years | -$5,546 |
| 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
TieBoth miners are equally suitable for home use.
Best for Efficiency
Canaan Avalon A1613.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Foire aux questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S19 Pro+ or the Canaan Avalon A16?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Canaan Avalon A16 is more profitable at $-1.23/day compared to $-4.60/day for the Antminer S19 Pro+. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer S19 Pro+ or Canaan Avalon A16?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer S19 Pro+ or Canaan Avalon A16?
Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.
What is the efficiency difference between Antminer S19 Pro+ and Canaan Avalon A16?
The Antminer S19 Pro+ runs at 28.0 J/TH while the Canaan Avalon A16 runs at 13.8 J/TH — a difference of 14.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 51% better efficacité (28.0 vs 13.8 J/TH).