Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 14.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 1,372 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 98.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 4,200.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,681 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th)
Based on BTC price of $79,210 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th), which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, power consumption, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 59% better power draw (3,360 vs 1,372 W). The Antminer AL1 holds the edge in hashrate 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 S9 (14Th) diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer AL1 14% more hashrate (16.0 vs 14.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th) 59% better power draw (3,360 vs 1,372 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th) 53% better efficiency (210.0 vs 98.0 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 100% better weight (14.5 vs 4,200.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 145% more heat output (11,464 vs 4,681 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 16% more home mining score (36.0 vs 31.0)
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 S9 (14Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $65 |
| -$7.46 | Daily net profit | -$2.77 |
| -$12,724 | Net after 1 year | -$1,075 |
| -$15,448 | Net after 2 years | -$2,085 |
| -$18,172 | Net after 3 years | -$3,094 |
| 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 S9 (14Th)98.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th) is more profitable at $-2.77/day compared to $-7.46/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 S9 (14Th)?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th) 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 S9 (14Th)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 31/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S9 (14Th) runs at 98.0 J/TH — a difference of 112.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 53% better efficiency (210.0 vs 98.0 J/TH).