Avalon A1446 vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1446 | Specification | MicroBT Whatsminer M31S |
|---|---|---|
| 135.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 76.0 TH/s |
| 3,310 W | Consommation électrique | 3,220 W |
| 24.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 42.4 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 12.8 kg | Weight | 12,500.0 kg |
| 11,294 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 10,987 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1446
MicroBT Whatsminer M31S
Based on BTC price of $78,208 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Avalon A1446 edges it: 4 of 6 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Its biggest concrete edge: 78% more hashrate (135.0 vs 76.0 TH/s). That said, the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique and rapport qualité-prix. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Avalon A1446 and MicroBT Whatsminer M31S sit on each measurable spec:
- Avalon A1446 78% more hashrate (135.0 vs 76.0 TH/s)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M31S 3% better power draw (3,310 vs 3,220 W)
- Avalon A1446 42% better efficacité (24.5 vs 42.4 J/TH)
- Avalon A1446 100% better weight (12.8 vs 12,500.0 kg)
- Avalon A1446 3% more heat output (11,294 vs 10,987 BTU/hr)
- Avalon A1446 64% more score de minage domestique (36.0 vs 22.0)
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.
| Avalon A1446 | Metric | MicroBT Whatsminer M31S |
|---|---|---|
| $3,200 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $91 |
| -$3.09 | Daily net profit | -$4.99 |
| -$4,326 | Net after 1 year | -$1,913 |
| -$5,452 | Net after 2 years | -$3,736 |
| -$6,578 | Net after 3 years | -$5,558 |
| 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
Avalon A1446Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Avalon A144624.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Avalon A1446 or MicroBT Whatsminer M31S more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Avalon A1446 is more profitable at $-3.09/day compared to $-4.99/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Avalon A1446 or MicroBT Whatsminer M31S?
The Avalon A1446 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Avalon A1446 or the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S?
The Avalon A1446 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Avalon A1446 vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Avalon A1446 runs at 24.5 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S runs at 42.4 J/TH — a difference of 17.9 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 42% better efficacité (24.5 vs 42.4 J/TH).
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