Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 158.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 5,451 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 34.5 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 40 dB |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 15.8 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 18,599 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 51/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro
Based on BTC price of $79,091 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro, which leads on 4 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 888% more hashrate (16.0 vs 158.0 TH/s) in the Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro's favour. That said, the Antminer AL1 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption. 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 T19 Hydro sit on each measurable spec:
- Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro 888% more hashrate (16.0 vs 158.0 TH/s)
- Antminer AL1 38% better power draw (3,360 vs 5,451 W)
- Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro 84% better efficiency (210.0 vs 34.5 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro 47% better noise (75.0 vs 40.0 dB)
- Antminer AL1 8% better weight (14.5 vs 15.8 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro 62% more heat output (11,464 vs 18,599 BTU/hr)
- Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro 42% more home mining score (36.0 vs 51.0)
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 T19 Hydro |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$7.48 | Daily net profit | -$7.33 |
| -$12,731 | Net after 1 year | -$2,676 |
| -$15,462 | Net after 2 years | -$5,352 |
| -$18,192 | Net after 3 years | -$8,028 |
| 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
Bitmain Antminer T19 HydroScore: 51/100. 40 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro34.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro is more profitable at $-7.33/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.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro: which runs at a lower noise level?
The Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro is quieter at 40 dB compared to the Antminer AL1 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro: which fits a residential setup better?
The Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro scores 51/100 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.
How far apart are the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro on J/TH?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer T19 Hydro runs at 34.5 J/TH — a difference of 175.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 84% better efficiency (210.0 vs 34.5 J/TH).