Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 1.1 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 1,580 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,398.2 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 6,100.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 5,391 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 28/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Eaglesong |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,179 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 5 of 6 (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 1316% more hashrate (16.0 vs 1.1 TH/s). The Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) claws back ground on power consumption. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer AL1 1316% more hashrate (16.0 vs 1.1 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) 53% better power draw (3,360 vs 1,580 W)
- Antminer AL1 85% better efficiency (210 vs 1,398 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 100% better weight (14.5 vs 6,100.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 113% more heat output (11,464 vs 5,391 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 29% more home mining score (36.0 vs 28.0)
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 K5 (1130Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $925 |
| -$7.49 | Daily net profit | -$3.75 |
| -$12,733 | Net after 1 year | -$2,294 |
| -$15,467 | Net after 2 years | -$3,663 |
| -$18,200 | Net after 3 years | -$5,033 |
| 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
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 K5 (1130Gh)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) is more profitable at $-3.75/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 K5 (1130Gh)?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh): which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) runs at 1,398.2 J/TH — a difference of 1,188.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 85% better efficiency (210 vs 1,398 J/TH).