Baikal BK-N240 vs Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Baikal BK-N240 | Specification | Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner |
|---|---|---|
| 480.0 KH/s | Taux de hachage | 600.0 MH/s |
| 650 W | Consommation électrique | 192 W |
| 1,354,166,666.7 J/TH | Efficiency | 320,000.0 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 6,500.0 kg | Weight | 1,720.0 kg |
| 2,218 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 655 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 33/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Cryptonight | Algorithme | X11 |
| Baikal | Manufacturer | Baikal |
Profitability Comparison
Baikal BK-N240
Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner
Based on BTC price of $78,230 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner comes out ahead — it takes 3 of 3 (efficacité, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique). The standout gap is 100% better efficacité (1,354,166,667 vs 320,000 J/TH) in the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner's favour. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Baikal BK-N240 and Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 124900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 70% better power draw (650 vs 192 W)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 100% better efficacité (1,354,166,667 vs 320,000 J/TH)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 74% better weight (6,500 vs 1,720 kg)
- Baikal BK-N240 239% more heat output (2,218 vs 655 BTU/hr)
- Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner 10% more score de minage domestique (30.0 vs 33.0)
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.
| Baikal BK-N240 | Metric | Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,000 |
| -$1.56 | Daily net profit | -$0.46 |
| -$569 | Net after 1 year | -$1,168 |
| -$1,139 | Net after 2 years | -$1,336 |
| -$1,708 | Net after 3 years | -$1,505 |
| — | 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 Quadruple Mini MinerScore: 33/100. 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-N240 or Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner is more profitable at $-0.46/day compared to $-1.56/day for the Baikal BK-N240. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Baikal BK-N240 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.
Which is better for home mining, the Baikal BK-N240 or Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner?
The Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner scores 33/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Baikal BK-N240). 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 Baikal BK-N240 and Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner?
The Baikal BK-N240 runs at 1,354,166,666.7 J/TH while the Baikal Quadruple Mini Miner runs at 320,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 1,353,846,666.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficacité (1,354,166,667 vs 320,000 J/TH).