Avalon A1466 vs Nerdminer
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1466 | Specification | Nerdminer |
|---|---|---|
| 150.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 50.0 KH/s |
| 3,230 W | Consommation électrique | 1 W |
| 21.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 20,000,000.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 12.8 kg | Weight | 0.1 kg |
| 11,021 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 3 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 35/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | D-Central |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1466
Nerdminer
Based on BTC price of $63,866 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Avalon A1466 edges it: 5 of 6 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 299999999900% more hashrate (150.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the Avalon A1466's favour. That said, the Nerdminer isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique. Cross-check the spec deltas and operating-cost table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Avalon A1466 and Nerdminer actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Avalon A1466 299999999900% more hashrate (150.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Nerdminer 100% better power draw (3,230.0 vs 1.0 W)
- Avalon A1466 100% better efficacité (21.5 vs 20,000,000.0 J/TH)
- Nerdminer 100% better weight (12.8 vs 0.1 kg)
- Avalon A1466 324041% more heat output (11,020.8 vs 3.4 BTU/hr)
- Avalon A1466 3% more score de minage domestique (36.0 vs 35.0)
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 A1466 | Metric | Nerdminer |
|---|---|---|
| $4,200 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $29 |
| -$3.42 | Daily net profit | -$0.00 |
| -$5,448 | Net after 1 year | -$30 |
| -$6,695 | Net after 2 years | -$31 |
| -$7,943 | Net after 3 years | -$32 |
| 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 A1466Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Avalon A146621.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Avalon A1466 or Nerdminer more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Nerdminer is more profitable at $0.00/day compared to $-3.42/day for the Avalon A1466. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Avalon A1466 or Nerdminer?
The Avalon A1466 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Nerdminer at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Avalon A1466 vs Nerdminer: which fits a residential setup better?
The Avalon A1466 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 35/100 for the Nerdminer). 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 Avalon A1466 and Nerdminer?
The Avalon A1466 runs at 21.5 J/TH while the Nerdminer runs at 20,000,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 19,999,978.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficacité (21.5 vs 20,000,000.0 J/TH).