Iceriver AE2 720Mh vs Iceriver ALPH AL0
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Iceriver AE2 720Mh | Specification | Iceriver ALPH AL0 |
|---|---|---|
| 720.0 MH/s | Hashrate | 400.0 GH/s |
| 1,300 W | Power Consumption | 100 W |
| 1,805,555.6 J/TH | Efficiency | 250.0 J/TH |
| 60 dB | Noise Level | 50 dB |
| 15.5 kg | Weight | 2.5 kg |
| 4,436 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 341 BTU/hr |
| 52/100 | Home Mining Score | 64/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Zksnark | Algorithm | Blake3 |
| IceRiver | Manufacturer | IceRiver |
Profitability Comparison
Iceriver AE2 720Mh
Iceriver ALPH AL0
Based on BTC price of $78,178 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Iceriver ALPH AL0 comes out ahead — it takes 6 of 6 (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 100% better efficiency (1,805,556 vs 250 J/TH). The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Iceriver AE2 720Mh and Iceriver ALPH AL0 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Iceriver ALPH AL0 55456% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.4 TH/s)
- Iceriver ALPH AL0 92% better power draw (1,300 vs 100 W)
- Iceriver ALPH AL0 100% better efficiency (1,805,556 vs 250 J/TH)
- Iceriver ALPH AL0 17% better noise (60.0 vs 50.0 dB)
- Iceriver ALPH AL0 84% better weight (15.5 vs 2.5 kg)
- Iceriver AE2 720Mh 1200% more heat output (4,436 vs 341 BTU/hr)
- Iceriver ALPH AL0 23% more home mining score (52.0 vs 64.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Iceriver AE2 720Mh | Metric | Iceriver ALPH AL0 |
|---|---|---|
| $1,595 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $178 |
| -$3.12 | Daily net profit | -$0.23 |
| -$2,734 | Net after 1 year | -$260 |
| -$3,873 | Net after 2 years | -$343 |
| -$5,011 | Net after 3 years | -$425 |
| 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
Iceriver ALPH AL0Score: 64/100. 50 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Iceriver ALPH AL0250.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Iceriver AE2 720Mh or the Iceriver ALPH AL0?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Iceriver ALPH AL0 is more profitable at $-0.23/day compared to $-3.12/day for the Iceriver AE2 720Mh. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Iceriver AE2 720Mh vs Iceriver ALPH AL0: which runs at a lower noise level?
The Iceriver ALPH AL0 is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Iceriver AE2 720Mh at 60 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Iceriver AE2 720Mh or Iceriver ALPH AL0?
The Iceriver ALPH AL0 scores 64/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 52/100 for the Iceriver AE2 720Mh). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Iceriver AE2 720Mh vs Iceriver ALPH AL0: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Iceriver AE2 720Mh runs at 1,805,555.6 J/TH while the Iceriver ALPH AL0 runs at 250.0 J/TH — a difference of 1,805,305.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (1,805,556 vs 250 J/TH).