Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T vs Whatsminer M30S++
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T | Specification | Whatsminer M30S++ |
|---|---|---|
| 218.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 112.0 TH/s |
| 3,662 W | Consommation électrique | 3,472 W |
| 16.8 J/TH | Efficiency | 31.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 14.9 kg | Weight | 12.0 kg |
| 12,495 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,847 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T
Whatsminer M30S++
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 Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T edges it: 3 of 5 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). Where it pulls away hardest is 95% more hashrate (218 vs 112 TH/s). That said, the Whatsminer M30S++ isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique and score de minage domestique. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T and Whatsminer M30S++ diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T 95% more hashrate (218 vs 112 TH/s)
- Whatsminer M30S++ 5% better power draw (3,662 vs 3,472 W)
- Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T 46% better efficacité (16.8 vs 31.0 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M30S++ 19% better weight (14.9 vs 12.0 kg)
- Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T 5% more heat output (12,495 vs 11,847 BTU/hr)
- Whatsminer M30S++ 20% more score de minage domestique (30.0 vs 36.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T | Metric | Whatsminer M30S++ |
|---|---|---|
| $2,525 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,300 |
| -$2.49 | Daily net profit | -$5.10 |
| -$3,434 | Net after 1 year | -$4,160 |
| -$4,343 | Net after 2 years | -$6,021 |
| -$5,252 | Net after 3 years | -$7,881 |
| 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
Whatsminer M30S++Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T16.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T or Whatsminer M30S++ more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T is more profitable at $-2.49/day compared to $-5.10/day for the Whatsminer M30S++. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T vs Whatsminer M30S++: which runs at a lower noise level?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T vs Whatsminer M30S++: which fits a residential setup better?
The Whatsminer M30S++ scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T vs Whatsminer M30S++: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Canaan Avalon A15Pro-218T runs at 16.8 J/TH while the Whatsminer M30S++ runs at 31.0 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 46% better efficacité (16.8 vs 31.0 J/TH).