Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 257.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 5,346 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 20.8 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | — |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 18,241 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 XP Hyd (257Th)
Based on BTC price of $79,034 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th), which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 1506% more hashrate (16.0 vs 257.0 TH/s). That said, the Antminer AL1 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and home mining score and noise level. 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 S19 XP Hyd (257Th) sit on each measurable spec:
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) 1506% more hashrate (16.0 vs 257.0 TH/s)
- Antminer AL1 37% better power draw (3,360 vs 5,346 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) 90% better efficiency (210.0 vs 20.8 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) 59% more heat output (11,464 vs 18,241 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 125% more home mining score (36.0 vs 16.0)
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 S19 XP Hyd (257Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,059 |
| -$7.48 | Daily net profit | -$3.48 |
| -$12,731 | Net after 1 year | -$2,330 |
| -$15,462 | Net after 2 years | -$3,602 |
| -$18,193 | Net after 3 years | -$4,873 |
| 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 XP Hyd (257Th)20.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) is more profitable at $-3.48/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.
Which is quieter, the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th)?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) 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 XP Hyd (257Th)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 16/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th)). 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 XP Hyd (257Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP Hyd (257Th) runs at 20.8 J/TH — a difference of 189.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 90% better efficiency (210.0 vs 20.8 J/TH).