Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 180.0 MH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 800 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 4,444,444.4 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 13,000.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 2,730 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Etchash |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)
Based on BTC price of $78,209 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer AL1 comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 5 (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 8888789% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the Antminer AL1's favour. The Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) claws back ground on power consumption. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer AL1 8888789% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) 76% better power draw (3,360 vs 800 W)
- Antminer AL1 100% better efficiency (210 vs 4,444,444 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 100% better weight (14.5 vs 13,000.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 320% more heat output (11,464 vs 2,730 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 20% more home mining score (36.0 vs 30.0)
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.
| Antminer AL1 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$7.49 | Daily net profit | -$1.92 |
| -$12,733 | Net after 1 year | -$701 |
| -$15,466 | Net after 2 years | -$1,402 |
| -$18,200 | Net after 3 years | -$2,102 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | — |
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
Antminer AL1Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer AL1210.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) is more profitable at $-1.92/day compared to $-7.49/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 E3 (180Mh)?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh): which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)). 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 E3 (180Mh)?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) runs at 4,444,444.4 J/TH — a difference of 4,444,234.4 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (210 vs 4,444,444 J/TH).