Fluminer L1 vs Goldshell X5
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Fluminer L1 | Specification | Goldshell X5 |
|---|---|---|
| 5.3 GH/s | Taux de hachage | 850.0 MH/s |
| 1,200 W | Consommation électrique | 1,450 W |
| 226,415.1 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,705,882.4 J/TH |
| 40 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 10.0 kg | Weight | 4,600.0 kg |
| 4,094 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,947 BTU/hr |
| 66/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Scrypt | Algorithme | Scrypt |
| FluMiner | Manufacturer | Goldshell |
Profitability Comparison
Fluminer L1
Goldshell X5
Based on BTC price of $78,184 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Fluminer L1 edges it: 6 of 6 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 87% better efficacité (226,415 vs 1,705,882 J/TH) in the Fluminer L1's favour. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Fluminer L1 and Goldshell X5 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Fluminer L1 524% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Fluminer L1 17% better power draw (1,200 vs 1,450 W)
- Fluminer L1 87% better efficacité (226,415 vs 1,705,882 J/TH)
- Fluminer L1 100% better weight (10.0 vs 4,600.0 kg)
- Goldshell X5 21% more heat output (4,094 vs 4,947 BTU/hr)
- Fluminer L1 113% more score de minage domestique (66.0 vs 31.0)
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.
| Fluminer L1 | Metric | Goldshell X5 |
|---|---|---|
| $1,452 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,200 |
| -$2.88 | Daily net profit | -$3.48 |
| -$2,503 | Net after 1 year | -$2,470 |
| -$3,554 | Net after 2 years | -$3,740 |
| -$4,605 | Net after 3 years | -$5,011 |
| 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
Fluminer L1Score: 66/100. 40 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Fluminer L1226,415.1 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Fluminer L1 or the Goldshell X5?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Fluminer L1 is more profitable at $-2.88/day compared to $-3.48/day for the Goldshell X5. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Fluminer L1 or Goldshell X5?
The Fluminer L1 is quieter at 40 dB compared to the Goldshell X5 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Fluminer L1 vs Goldshell X5: which fits a residential setup better?
The Fluminer L1 scores 66/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 31/100 for the Goldshell X5). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Fluminer L1 and Goldshell X5 on J/TH?
The Fluminer L1 runs at 226,415.1 J/TH while the Goldshell X5 runs at 1,705,882.4 J/TH — a difference of 1,479,467.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 87% better efficacité (226,415 vs 1,705,882 J/TH).