Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 vs Whatsminer M63S+
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 | Specification | Whatsminer M63S+ |
|---|---|---|
| 90.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 450.0 TH/s |
| 3,420 W | Consommation électrique | 7,650 W |
| 38.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 17.0 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | 50 dB |
| 12,800.0 kg | Weight | 27.5 kg |
| 11,669 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 26,102 BTU/hr |
| 22/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Canaan AvalonMiner 1246
Whatsminer M63S+
Based on BTC price of $78,227 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Whatsminer M63S+ comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 6 (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). The standout gap is 400% more hashrate (90.0 vs 450.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M63S+'s favour. That said, the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique and rapport qualité-prix. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 and Whatsminer M63S+ diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Whatsminer M63S+ 400% more hashrate (90.0 vs 450.0 TH/s)
- Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 55% better power draw (3,420 vs 7,650 W)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 55% better efficacité (38.0 vs 17.0 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 100% better weight (12,800.0 vs 27.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 124% more heat output (11,669 vs 26,102 BTU/hr)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 100% more score de minage domestique (22.0 vs 44.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
A miner pays for itself in profit, not specs. These projections track upfront cost against one, two and three years of net earnings at $0.10/kWh.
| Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 | Metric | Whatsminer M63S+ |
|---|---|---|
| $241 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $14,000 |
| -$4.97 | Daily net profit | -$2.16 |
| -$2,054 | Net after 1 year | -$14,789 |
| -$3,868 | Net after 2 years | -$15,577 |
| -$5,681 | Net after 3 years | -$16,366 |
| 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 M63S+Score: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M63S+17.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 vs Whatsminer M63S+: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Whatsminer M63S+ is more profitable at $-2.16/day compared to $-4.97/day for the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 or the Whatsminer M63S+ better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Whatsminer M63S+ is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 or Whatsminer M63S+?
The Whatsminer M63S+ scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246). 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 AvalonMiner 1246 and Whatsminer M63S+?
The Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 runs at 38.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M63S+ runs at 17.0 J/TH — a difference of 21.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 55% better efficacité (38.0 vs 17.0 J/TH).