iBeLink BM-K1 Max vs iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| iBeLink BM-K1 Max | Specification | iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 32.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 1.8 TH/s |
| 3,200 W | Consommation électrique | 295 W |
| 100.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 163.9 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 12,200.0 kg | Weight | 2.2 kg |
| 10,918 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 1,007 BTU/hr |
| 22/100 | Home Mining Score | 34/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake2s | Algorithme | Eaglesong |
| iBeLink | Manufacturer | iBeLink |
Profitability Comparison
iBeLink BM-K1 Max
iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th)
Based on BTC price of $77,900 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the iBeLink BM-K1 Max, which leads on 3 of 5 weighted factors (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). Its biggest concrete edge: 1678% more hashrate (32.0 vs 1.8 TH/s). That said, the iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique and score de minage domestique. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the iBeLink BM-K1 Max and iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- iBeLink BM-K1 Max 1678% more hashrate (32.0 vs 1.8 TH/s)
- iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) 91% better power draw (3,200 vs 295 W)
- iBeLink BM-K1 Max 39% better efficacité (100 vs 164 J/TH)
- iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) 100% better weight (12,200.0 vs 2.2 kg)
- iBeLink BM-K1 Max 985% more heat output (10,918 vs 1,007 BTU/hr)
- iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) 55% more score de minage domestique (22.0 vs 34.0)
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.
| iBeLink BM-K1 Max | Metric | iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $1,250 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $238 |
| -$6.53 | Daily net profit | -$0.64 |
| -$3,634 | Net after 1 year | -$473 |
| -$6,019 | Net after 2 years | -$708 |
| -$8,403 | Net after 3 years | -$943 |
| 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
iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th)Score: 34/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
iBeLink BM-K1 Max100.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the iBeLink BM-K1 Max or iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) is more profitable at $-0.64/day compared to $-6.53/day for the iBeLink BM-K1 Max. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the iBeLink BM-K1 Max or iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th)?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the iBeLink BM-K1 Max or iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th)?
The iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) scores 34/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the iBeLink BM-K1 Max). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
iBeLink BM-K1 Max vs iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The iBeLink BM-K1 Max runs at 100.0 J/TH while the iBeLink N3 mini (1.8Th) runs at 163.9 J/TH — a difference of 63.9 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 39% better efficacité (100 vs 164 J/TH).