BW L21 vs Goldshell X6S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| BW L21 | Specification | Goldshell X6S |
|---|---|---|
| 550.0 MH/s | Taux de hachage | 1.8 GH/s |
| 950 W | Consommation électrique | 2,250 W |
| 1,727,272.7 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,264,044.9 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 5,750.0 kg | Weight | 5.0 kg |
| 3,241 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 7,677 BTU/hr |
| 31/100 | Home Mining Score | 26/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Scrypt | Algorithme | Scrypt |
| BW | Manufacturer | Goldshell |
Profitability Comparison
BW L21
Goldshell X6S
Based on BTC price of $78,184 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Selon notre analyse multifactorielle, le Goldshell X6S l'emporte sur 2 des 4 facteurs (efficacité, hashrate). The standout gap is 224% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the Goldshell X6S's favour. The BW L21 claws back ground on 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
Here is every spec where the BW L21 and Goldshell X6S actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Goldshell X6S 224% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- BW L21 58% better power draw (950 vs 2,250 W)
- Goldshell X6S 27% better efficacité (1,727,273 vs 1,264,045 J/TH)
- Goldshell X6S 100% better weight (5,750.0 vs 5.0 kg)
- Goldshell X6S 137% more heat output (3,241 vs 7,677 BTU/hr)
- BW L21 19% more score de minage domestique (31.0 vs 26.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
BW L21Score: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Goldshell X6S1,264,044.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the BW L21 or the Goldshell X6S?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the BW L21 is more profitable at $-2.28/day compared to $-5.40/day for the Goldshell X6S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the BW L21 or Goldshell X6S?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the BW L21 or Goldshell X6S?
The BW L21 scores 31/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 26/100 for the Goldshell X6S). 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 BW L21 and Goldshell X6S?
The BW L21 runs at 1,727,272.7 J/TH while the Goldshell X6S runs at 1,264,044.9 J/TH — a difference of 463,227.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 27% better efficacité (1,727,273 vs 1,264,045 J/TH).