Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S3
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S3 |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 478.0 GH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 366 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 765.7 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 5,200.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 1,249 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 34/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer S3
Based on BTC price of $79,032 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer AL1 comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 5 (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 3247% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.5 TH/s) in the Antminer AL1's favour. The Bitmain Antminer S3 holds the edge in power consumption. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer S3 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer AL1 3247% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.5 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer S3 89% better power draw (3,360 vs 366 W)
- Antminer AL1 73% better efficiency (210 vs 766 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 100% better weight (14.5 vs 5,200.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 818% more heat output (11,464 vs 1,249 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 6% more home mining score (36.0 vs 34.0)
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 S3 |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$7.48 | Daily net profit | -$0.86 |
| -$12,731 | Net after 1 year | -$314 |
| -$15,462 | Net after 2 years | -$629 |
| -$18,193 | Net after 3 years | -$943 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | — |
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
Which makes more money, the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer S3?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S3 is more profitable at $-0.86/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 S3?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S3 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer S3?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 34/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S3). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
What is the efficiency difference between Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer S3?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S3 runs at 765.7 J/TH — a difference of 555.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 73% better efficiency (210 vs 766 J/TH).