Baikal BK-N vs Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Baikal BK-N | Specification | Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner |
|---|---|---|
| 40.0 KH/s | Taux de hachage | 600.0 MH/s |
| 60 W | Consommation électrique | 192 W |
| 1,500,000,000.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 320,000.0 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 1,800.0 kg | Weight | 1,720.0 kg |
| 205 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 655 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 33/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Cryptonight | Algorithme | X11 |
| Baikal | Manufacturer | Baikal |
Profitability Comparison
Baikal BK-N
Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner
Based on BTC price of $78,230 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner edges it: 2 of 4 factors go its way (efficacité, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 1499900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner's favour. That said, the Baikal BK-N 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
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Baikal BK-N and Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner sit on each measurable spec:
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 1499900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Baikal BK-N 69% better power draw (60.0 vs 192.0 W)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 100% better efficacité (1,500,000,000 vs 320,000 J/TH)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 4% better weight (1,800 vs 1,720 kg)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 220% more heat output (205 vs 655 BTU/hr)
- Baikal BK-N 9% more score de minage domestique (36.0 vs 33.0)
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.
| Baikal BK-N | Metric | Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner |
|---|---|---|
| $500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,000 |
| -$0.14 | Daily net profit | -$0.46 |
| -$553 | Net after 1 year | -$1,168 |
| -$605 | Net after 2 years | -$1,336 |
| -$658 | Net after 3 years | -$1,505 |
| 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
Baikal BK-NScore: 36/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner320,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Baikal BK-N or Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Baikal BK-N is more profitable at $-0.14/day compared to $-0.46/day for the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Baikal BK-N or the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Baikal BK-N vs Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner: which fits a residential setup better?
The Baikal BK-N scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 33/100 for the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner). 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-N and Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner on J/TH?
The Baikal BK-N runs at 1,500,000,000.0 J/TH while the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner runs at 320,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 1,499,680,000.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficacité (1,500,000,000 vs 320,000 J/TH).