Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) vs Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) | Specification | Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) |
|---|---|---|
| 18.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 137.0 GH/s |
| 1,728 W | Consommation électrique | 3 W |
| 96.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 18.3 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 5,150.0 kg | Weight | — |
| 5,896 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 9 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | — |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Intel |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th)
Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)
Based on BTC price of $76,901 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) edges it: 2 of 4 factors go its way (efficacité, consommation électrique). The standout gap is 100% better power draw (1,728.0 vs 2.5 W) in the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)'s favour. That said, the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins hashrate and score de minage domestique. 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 S9 Hydro (18Th) and Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) 13039% more hashrate (18.0 vs 0.1 TH/s)
- Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) 100% better power draw (1,728.0 vs 2.5 W)
- Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) 81% better efficacité (96.0 vs 18.3 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) 69264% more heat output (5,895.9 vs 8.5 BTU/hr)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th)Score: 28/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)18.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) or the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) is more profitable at $0.00/day compared to $-3.51/day for the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) vs Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2): which runs at a lower noise level?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) vs Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2): which fits a residential setup better?
The Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) scores 28/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 0/100 for the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) and Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) on J/TH?
The Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) runs at 96.0 J/TH while the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) runs at 18.3 J/TH — a difference of 77.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 81% better efficacité (96.0 vs 18.3 J/TH).