Goldshell AE-BOX II vs Goldshell HS5
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Goldshell AE-BOX II | Specification | Goldshell HS5 |
|---|---|---|
| 54.0 MH/s | Hashrate | 2.7 TH/s |
| 530 W | Power Consumption | 2,650 W |
| 9,814,814.8 J/TH | Efficiency | 981.5 J/TH |
| 35 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 3.0 kg | Weight | 8,500.0 kg |
| 1,808 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 9,042 BTU/hr |
| 65/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Zksnark | Algorithm | Blake2b-sia |
| Goldshell | Manufacturer | Goldshell |
Profitability Comparison
Goldshell AE-BOX II
Goldshell HS5
Based on BTC price of $76,909 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Goldshell HS5 edges it: 3 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). The standout gap is 4999900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 2.7 TH/s) in the Goldshell HS5's favour. The Goldshell AE-BOX II holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Goldshell AE-BOX II and Goldshell HS5 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Goldshell HS5 4999900% more hashrate (0.0 vs 2.7 TH/s)
- Goldshell AE-BOX II 80% better power draw (530 vs 2,650 W)
- Goldshell HS5 100% better efficiency (9,814,815 vs 981 J/TH)
- Goldshell AE-BOX II 100% better weight (3.0 vs 8,500.0 kg)
- Goldshell HS5 400% more heat output (1,808 vs 9,042 BTU/hr)
- Goldshell AE-BOX II 195% more home mining score (65.0 vs 22.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
A miner pays for itself in profit, not specs. These projections track upfront cost against one, two and three years of net earnings at $0.10/kWh.
| Goldshell AE-BOX II | Metric | Goldshell HS5 |
|---|---|---|
| $120 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $949 |
| -$1.27 | Daily net profit | -$6.26 |
| -$584 | Net after 1 year | -$3,236 |
| -$1,049 | Net after 2 years | -$5,522 |
| -$1,513 | Net after 3 years | -$7,809 |
| 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
Goldshell AE-BOX IIScore: 65/100. 35 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Goldshell HS5981.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Goldshell AE-BOX II or Goldshell HS5 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Goldshell AE-BOX II is more profitable at $-1.27/day compared to $-6.26/day for the Goldshell HS5. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Goldshell AE-BOX II or Goldshell HS5?
The Goldshell AE-BOX II is quieter at 35 dB compared to the Goldshell HS5 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Goldshell AE-BOX II or Goldshell HS5?
The Goldshell AE-BOX II scores 65/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Goldshell HS5). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Goldshell AE-BOX II vs Goldshell HS5: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Goldshell AE-BOX II runs at 9,814,814.8 J/TH while the Goldshell HS5 runs at 981.5 J/TH — a difference of 9,813,833.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (9,814,815 vs 981 J/TH).