Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 310.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 5,270 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 17.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 12.8 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 17,981 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th)
Based on BTC price of $79,034 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) wins on 3 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 1838% more hashrate (16.0 vs 310.0 TH/s). The Antminer AL1 claws back ground on power consumption and home mining score. 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 S21e Hyd (310Th) sit on each measurable spec:
- Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) 1838% more hashrate (16.0 vs 310.0 TH/s)
- Antminer AL1 36% better power draw (3,360 vs 5,270 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) 92% better efficiency (210.0 vs 17.0 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) 12% better weight (14.5 vs 12.8 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) 57% more heat output (11,464 vs 17,981 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 S21e Hyd (310Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,679 |
| -$7.48 | Daily net profit | -$1.37 |
| -$12,731 | Net after 1 year | -$2,180 |
| -$15,462 | Net after 2 years | -$2,681 |
| -$18,193 | Net after 3 years | -$3,183 |
| 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 S21e Hyd (310Th)17.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) is more profitable at $-1.37/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 S21e Hyd (310Th)?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S21e Hyd (310Th) runs at 17.0 J/TH — a difference of 193.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 92% better efficiency (210.0 vs 17.0 J/TH).