Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 20.0 GH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 3,680 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 184,000.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | — |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 12,556 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,158 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer AL1, which leads on 5 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 100% better efficiency (210 vs 184,000 J/TH). Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer AL1 79900% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Antminer AL1 9% better power draw (3,360 vs 3,680 W)
- Antminer AL1 100% better efficiency (210 vs 184,000 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) 10% more heat output (11,464 vs 12,556 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 20% more home mining score (36.0 vs 30.0)
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.
| Antminer AL1 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $6,199 |
| -$7.49 | Daily net profit | -$8.83 |
| -$12,733 | Net after 1 year | -$9,422 |
| -$15,467 | Net after 2 years | -$12,646 |
| -$18,200 | Net after 3 years | -$15,869 |
| 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 L11 (20Gh)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer AL1 is more profitable at $-7.49/day compared to $-8.83/day for the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh): which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)). 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 L11 (20Gh)?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) runs at 184,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 183,790.0 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 184,000 J/TH).