Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 8.8 GH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 3,168 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 360,000.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | — |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 10,809 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,209 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Antminer AL1 edges it: 5 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 181718% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s). The Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) holds the edge in 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 L7 (8.8Gh) sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer AL1 181718% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) 6% better power draw (3,360 vs 3,168 W)
- Antminer AL1 100% better efficiency (210 vs 360,000 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 6% more heat output (11,464 vs 10,809 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 64% more home mining score (36.0 vs 22.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.
| Antminer AL1 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $700 |
| -$7.49 | Daily net profit | -$7.60 |
| -$12,733 | Net after 1 year | -$3,475 |
| -$15,466 | Net after 2 years | -$6,250 |
| -$18,200 | Net after 3 years | -$9,025 |
| 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
Is the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer AL1 is more profitable at $-7.49/day compared to $-7.60/day for the Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh): which runs at a lower noise level?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) on J/TH?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L7 (8.8Gh) runs at 360,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 359,790.0 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 360,000 J/TH).