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Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster

Hashrate 160.0 KH/s Power 350 W Efficiency 2,187,500,000.0 J/TH
VS
Baikal BK-N70

Baikal BK-N70

Hashrate 140.0 KH/s Power 240 W Efficiency 1,714,285,714.3 J/TH

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster vs Baikal BK-N70

Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.

Specifications Comparison

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster Specification Baikal BK-N70
160.0 KH/s Hashrate 140.0 KH/s
350 W Power Consumption 240 W
2,187,500,000.0 J/TH Efficiency 1,714,285,714.3 J/TH
— Noise Level —
5,990.0 kg Weight 4,000.0 kg
1,194 BTU/hr BTU Output 819 BTU/hr
34/100 Home Mining Score 31/100
— Release Year —
Cryptonight Algorithm Cryptonight
Innosilicon Manufacturer Baikal

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00
Daily Electricity -$0.84
Daily Profit -$0.84
Monthly -$25.20
Yearly -$306.60

Baikal BK-N70

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00
Daily Electricity -$0.58
Daily Profit -$0.58
Monthly -$17.28
Yearly -$210.24

Based on BTC price of $76,967 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Baikal BK-N70 wins on 2 of 3 factors (efficiency, power consumption). Its biggest concrete edge: 31% better power draw (350 vs 240 W). The Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster holds the edge in home mining score. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.

Winner: Baikal BK-N70 — wins on 2 of 3 factors

Spec Deltas

Here is every spec where the Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster and Baikal BK-N70 actually differ, with the gap quantified:

  • Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster 14% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
  • Baikal BK-N70 31% better power draw (350 vs 240 W)
  • Baikal BK-N70 22% better efficiency (2,187,500,000 vs 1,714,285,714 J/TH)
  • Baikal BK-N70 33% better weight (5,990 vs 4,000 kg)
  • Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster 46% more heat output (1,194 vs 819 BTU/hr)
  • Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster 10% more home mining score (34.0 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 A8 CryptoMaster Metric Baikal BK-N70
— Upfront cost (MSRP) $597
-$0.84 Daily net profit -$0.58
-$307 Net after 1 year -$807
-$613 Net after 2 years -$1,017
-$920 Net after 3 years -$1,228
— 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

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster

Score: 34/100. 0 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

Baikal BK-N70

1,714,285,714.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which makes more money, the Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster or the Baikal BK-N70?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Baikal BK-N70 is more profitable at $-0.58/day compared to $-0.84/day for the Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster vs Baikal BK-N70: which runs at a lower noise level?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster vs Baikal BK-N70: which fits a residential setup better?

The Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster scores 34/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 31/100 for the Baikal BK-N70). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.

How far apart are the Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster and Baikal BK-N70 on J/TH?

The Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster runs at 2,187,500,000.0 J/TH while the Baikal BK-N70 runs at 1,714,285,714.3 J/TH — a difference of 473,214,285.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 22% better efficiency (2,187,500,000 vs 1,714,285,714 J/TH).

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