Innosilicon A4 Dominator vs Innosilicon A5 DashMaster
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Innosilicon A4 Dominator | Specification | Innosilicon A5 DashMaster |
|---|---|---|
| 280.0 MH/s | Hashrate | 32.5 GH/s |
| 1,050 W | Power Consumption | 750 W |
| 3,750,000.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 23,076.9 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 9,200.0 kg | Weight | 3,100.0 kg |
| 3,583 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 2,559 BTU/hr |
| 31/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Scrypt | Algorithm | X11 |
| Innosilicon | Manufacturer | Innosilicon |
Profitability Comparison
Innosilicon A4 Dominator
Innosilicon A5 DashMaster
Based on BTC price of $78,183 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Innosilicon A5 DashMaster comes out ahead — it takes 3 of 4 (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption). Where it pulls away hardest is 99% better efficiency (3,750,000 vs 23,077 J/TH). The Innosilicon A4 Dominator claws back ground on home mining score. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Innosilicon A4 Dominator and Innosilicon A5 DashMaster sit on each measurable spec:
- Innosilicon A5 DashMaster 11507% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Innosilicon A5 DashMaster 29% better power draw (1,050 vs 750 W)
- Innosilicon A5 DashMaster 99% better efficiency (3,750,000 vs 23,077 J/TH)
- Innosilicon A5 DashMaster 66% better weight (9,200 vs 3,100 kg)
- Innosilicon A4 Dominator 40% more heat output (3,583 vs 2,559 BTU/hr)
- Innosilicon A4 Dominator 3% more home mining score (31.0 vs 30.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Innosilicon A4 DominatorScore: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Innosilicon A5 DashMaster23,076.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Innosilicon A4 Dominator or the Innosilicon A5 DashMaster?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Innosilicon A5 DashMaster is more profitable at $-1.80/day compared to $-2.52/day for the Innosilicon A4 Dominator. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Innosilicon A4 Dominator or the Innosilicon A5 DashMaster better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Innosilicon A4 Dominator vs Innosilicon A5 DashMaster: which fits a residential setup better?
The Innosilicon A4 Dominator scores 31/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Innosilicon A5 DashMaster). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Innosilicon A4 Dominator vs Innosilicon A5 DashMaster: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Innosilicon A4 Dominator runs at 3,750,000.0 J/TH while the Innosilicon A5 DashMaster runs at 23,076.9 J/TH — a difference of 3,726,923.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 99% better efficiency (3,750,000 vs 23,077 J/TH).
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