Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 1.0 KH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 380 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 380,000,000,000.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | — |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 1,297 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 34/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Tensority |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)
Based on BTC price of $69,652 and current network difficulty as of Mar 26, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Antminer AL1 wins on 4 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) holds the edge in power consumption. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer AL1Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer AL1210.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) is more profitable at $-0.91/day compared to $-7.58/day for the Antminer AL1. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 34/100 for the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
What is the efficiency difference between Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh)?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer B3 (1Kh) runs at 380,000,000,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 379,999,999,790.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.