Baikal BK-B vs Baikal BK-G28
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Baikal BK-B | Specification | Baikal BK-G28 |
|---|---|---|
| 160.0 GH/s | Taux de hachage | 28.0 GH/s |
| 410 W | Consommation électrique | 1,300 W |
| 2,562.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 46,428.6 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 3,800.0 kg | Weight | 6,550.0 kg |
| 1,399 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,436 BTU/hr |
| 34/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake256r14 | Algorithme | X11 |
| Baikal | Manufacturer | Baikal |
Profitability Comparison
Baikal BK-B
Baikal BK-G28
Based on BTC price of $78,226 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Baikal BK-B comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 4 (efficacité, hashrate, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique). Where it pulls away hardest is 94% better efficacité (2,563 vs 46,429 J/TH). Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Baikal BK-B and Baikal BK-G28 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Baikal BK-B 471% more hashrate (0.2 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Baikal BK-B 68% better power draw (410 vs 1,300 W)
- Baikal BK-B 94% better efficacité (2,563 vs 46,429 J/TH)
- Baikal BK-B 42% better weight (3,800 vs 6,550 kg)
- Baikal BK-G28 217% more heat output (1,399 vs 4,436 BTU/hr)
- Baikal BK-B 10% more score de minage domestique (34.0 vs 31.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Baikal BK-BScore: 34/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Baikal BK-B2,562.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Baikal BK-B or the Baikal BK-G28?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Baikal BK-B is more profitable at $-0.98/day compared to $-3.12/day for the Baikal BK-G28. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Baikal BK-B or Baikal BK-G28?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Baikal BK-B or Baikal BK-G28?
The Baikal BK-B scores 34/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 31/100 for the Baikal BK-G28). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Baikal BK-B and Baikal BK-G28 on J/TH?
The Baikal BK-B runs at 2,562.5 J/TH while the Baikal BK-G28 runs at 46,428.6 J/TH — a difference of 43,866.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 94% better efficacité (2,563 vs 46,429 J/TH).