Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 191.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 5,253 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 27.5 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 15.2 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 17,923 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 16/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th)
Based on BTC price of $79,091 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th), which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 1094% more hashrate (16.0 vs 191.0 TH/s). The Antminer AL1 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) 1094% more hashrate (16.0 vs 191.0 TH/s)
- Antminer AL1 36% better power draw (3,360 vs 5,253 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) 87% better efficiency (210.0 vs 27.5 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 5% better weight (14.5 vs 15.2 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) 56% more heat output (11,464 vs 17,923 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 125% more home mining score (36.0 vs 16.0)
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 S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,242 |
| -$7.48 | Daily net profit | -$5.66 |
| -$12,731 | Net after 1 year | -$3,306 |
| -$15,462 | Net after 2 years | -$5,371 |
| -$18,192 | Net after 3 years | -$7,435 |
| 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
Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th)27.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) is more profitable at $-5.66/day compared to $-7.48/day for the Antminer AL1. 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 S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) 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 S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 16/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S19 Pro+ Hyd. (191Th) runs at 27.5 J/TH — a difference of 182.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 87% better efficiency (210.0 vs 27.5 J/TH).