Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 279.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 5,301 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 19.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 50 dB |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 13.4 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 18,087 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th)
Based on BTC price of $76,908 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) edges it: 5 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). The standout gap is 1644% more hashrate (16.0 vs 279.0 TH/s) in the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th)'s favour. The Antminer AL1 claws back ground on power consumption. Cross-check the spec deltas and operating-cost table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) 1644% more hashrate (16.0 vs 279.0 TH/s)
- Antminer AL1 37% better power draw (3,360 vs 5,301 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) 91% better efficiency (210.0 vs 19.0 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) 33% better noise (75.0 vs 50.0 dB)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) 8% better weight (14.5 vs 13.4 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) 58% more heat output (11,464 vs 18,087 BTU/hr)
- Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) 22% more home mining score (36.0 vs 44.0)
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 XP+ Hyd (279Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,089 |
| -$7.50 | Daily net profit | -$2.85 |
| -$12,737 | Net after 1 year | -$2,129 |
| -$15,473 | Net after 2 years | -$3,168 |
| -$18,210 | Net after 3 years | -$4,208 |
| 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
Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th)Score: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th)19.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th): which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) is more profitable at $-2.85/day compared to $-7.50/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 (279Th)?
The Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Antminer AL1 at 75 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 (279Th)?
The Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Antminer AL1). 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 (279Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S19 XP+ Hyd (279Th) runs at 19.0 J/TH — a difference of 191.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 91% better efficiency (210.0 vs 19.0 J/TH).