Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) vs Bitmain Antminer G2
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) | Specification | Bitmain Antminer G2 |
|---|---|---|
| 500.0 MH/s | Hashrate | 220.0 MH/s |
| 750 W | Power Consumption | 1,200 W |
| 1,500,000.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 5,454,545.5 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 8,100.0 kg | Weight | 15,000.0 kg |
| 2,559 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,094 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Etchash | Algorithm | Etchash |
| Innosilicon | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh)
Bitmain Antminer G2
Based on BTC price of $78,257 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) edges it: 2 of 3 factors go its way (efficiency, power consumption). Where it pulls away hardest is 72% better efficiency (1,500,000 vs 5,454,545 J/TH). The Bitmain Antminer G2 claws back ground on home mining score. 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 Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) and Bitmain Antminer G2 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) 127% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) 38% better power draw (750 vs 1,200 W)
- Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) 72% better efficiency (1,500,000 vs 5,454,545 J/TH)
- Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) 46% better weight (8,100 vs 15,000 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer G2 60% more heat output (2,559 vs 4,094 BTU/hr)
- Bitmain Antminer G2 3% more home mining score (30.0 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.
| Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) | Metric | Bitmain Antminer G2 |
|---|---|---|
| $2,150 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$1.80 | Daily net profit | -$2.88 |
| -$2,807 | Net after 1 year | -$1,051 |
| -$3,464 | Net after 2 years | -$2,102 |
| -$4,121 | Net after 3 years | -$3,154 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | — |
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
Bitmain Antminer G2Score: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh)1,500,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) or the Bitmain Antminer G2?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) is more profitable at $-1.80/day compared to $-2.88/day for the Bitmain Antminer G2. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) or the Bitmain Antminer G2 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
For mining at home, should I pick the Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) or the Bitmain Antminer G2?
The Bitmain Antminer G2 scores 31/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) vs Bitmain Antminer G2: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Innosilicon A10 ETHMaster (500Mh) runs at 1,500,000.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer G2 runs at 5,454,545.5 J/TH — a difference of 3,954,545.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 72% better efficiency (1,500,000 vs 5,454,545 J/TH).
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