Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) vs Dragonball Miner A40
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) | Specification | Dragonball Miner A40 |
|---|---|---|
| 10.5 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 3.3 TH/s |
| 3,600 W | Consommation électrique | 1,600 W |
| 342.9 J/TH | Efficiency | 484.9 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 14.5 kg |
| 12,283 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 5,459 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 42/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| KHeavyHash | Algorithme | Blake3 |
| Dragonball | Manufacturer | Dragonball |
Profitability Comparison
Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)
Dragonball Miner A40
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 Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) comes out ahead — it takes 3 of 5 (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). Its biggest concrete edge: 218% more hashrate (10.5 vs 3.3 TH/s). The Dragonball Miner A40 holds the edge in consommation électrique and score de minage domestique. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) and Dragonball Miner A40 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) 218% more hashrate (10.5 vs 3.3 TH/s)
- Dragonball Miner A40 56% better power draw (3,600 vs 1,600 W)
- Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) 29% better efficacité (343 vs 485 J/TH)
- Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) 125% more heat output (12,283 vs 5,459 BTU/hr)
- Dragonball Miner A40 40% more score de minage domestique (30.0 vs 42.0)
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.
| Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) | Metric | Dragonball Miner A40 |
|---|---|---|
| $5,540 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $3,400 |
| -$8.26 | Daily net profit | -$3.72 |
| -$8,556 | Net after 1 year | -$4,758 |
| -$11,571 | Net after 2 years | -$6,116 |
| -$14,587 | Net after 3 years | -$7,475 |
| 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
Dragonball Miner A40Score: 42/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)342.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) or Dragonball Miner A40 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Dragonball Miner A40 is more profitable at $-3.72/day compared to $-8.26/day for the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) or the Dragonball Miner A40 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) vs Dragonball Miner A40: which fits a residential setup better?
The Dragonball Miner A40 scores 42/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) vs Dragonball Miner A40: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Dragonball KS6 Pro (10.5T) runs at 342.9 J/TH while the Dragonball Miner A40 runs at 484.9 J/TH — a difference of 142.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 29% better efficacité (343 vs 485 J/TH).