Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T vs MicroBT Whatsminer M3X
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T | Specification | MicroBT Whatsminer M3X |
|---|---|---|
| 500.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 12.5 TH/s |
| 8,400 W | Consommation électrique | 2,050 W |
| 16.8 J/TH | Efficiency | 164.0 J/TH |
| 40 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 20.0 kg | Weight | 7,500.0 kg |
| 28,661 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 6,995 BTU/hr |
| 51/100 | Home Mining Score | 26/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T
MicroBT Whatsminer M3X
Based on BTC price of $74,413 and current network difficulty as of Mar 17, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Selon notre analyse multifactorielle, le Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T l'emporte sur 4 des 5 facteurs (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Le MicroBT Whatsminer M3X a l'avantage en consommation électrique. Consultez les spécifications détaillées et les calculs de rentabilité ci-dessus pour déterminer quel mineur convient le mieux à votre installation.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500TScore: 51/100. 40 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T16.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T or MicroBT Whatsminer M3X more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T is more profitable at $-4.03/day compared to $-4.52/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T or MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
The Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T is quieter at 40 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T or MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
The Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T scores 51/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 26/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X). 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 Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T and MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
The Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T runs at 16.8 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X runs at 164.0 J/TH — a difference of 147.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.