Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 840.0 Ksol/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 2,780 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 3.3 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | 17.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 9,485 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | Equihash |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro
Based on BTC price of $78,203 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 6 (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, price-performance). The standout gap is 98% better efficiency (210.0 vs 3.3 J/TH) in the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro's favour. That said, the Antminer AL1 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins home mining score and noise level. 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 Z15 Pro diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro 5150% more hashrate (16.0 vs 840.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro 17% better power draw (3,360 vs 2,780 W)
- Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro 98% better efficiency (210.0 vs 3.3 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 14% better weight (14.5 vs 17.0 kg)
- Antminer AL1 21% more heat output (11,464 vs 9,485 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 64% more home mining score (36.0 vs 22.0)
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 Z15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,800 |
| -$7.49 | Daily net profit | $23.56 |
| -$12,733 | Net after 1 year | +$6,799 |
| -$15,466 | Net after 2 years | +$15,397 |
| -$18,200 | Net after 3 years | +$23,996 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | Pays for itself in ~76 days at current rates |
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
Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro$31.05/day higher profit at current rates.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer AL1Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro3.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer AL1 or Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro is more profitable at $23.56/day compared to $-7.49/day for the Antminer AL1. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer AL1 or the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro 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 Z15 Pro?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer Z15 Pro runs at 3.3 J/TH — a difference of 206.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 98% better efficiency (210.0 vs 3.3 J/TH).