Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 220.0 KH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 465 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 2,113,636,363.6 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 5,500.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 1,587 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 34/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Cryptonight |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh)
Based on BTC price of $76,855 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 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). Where it pulls away hardest is 7272727173% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s). The Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) holds the edge in power consumption. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer AL1 and Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer AL1 7272727173% more hashrate (16.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) 86% better power draw (3,360 vs 465 W)
- Antminer AL1 100% better efficiency (210 vs 2,113,636,364 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 100% better weight (14.5 vs 5,500.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 623% more heat output (11,464 vs 1,587 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 X3 (220Kh) |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$7.50 | Daily net profit | -$1.12 |
| -$12,737 | Net after 1 year | -$407 |
| -$15,474 | Net after 2 years | -$815 |
| -$18,210 | Net after 3 years | -$1,222 |
| 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
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh): which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) is more profitable at $-1.12/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.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh): which runs at a lower noise level?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) 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 X3 (220Kh)?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 34/100 for the Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer X3 (220Kh) runs at 2,113,636,363.6 J/TH — a difference of 2,113,636,153.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (210 vs 2,113,636,364 J/TH).