Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer AL1 | Specification | Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP |
|---|---|---|
| 16.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 151.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 3,247 W |
| 210.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 21.5 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.5 kg | Weight | — |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,079 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake3 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer AL1
Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP
Based on BTC price of $79,027 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP, which leads on 4 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 90% better efficiency (210.0 vs 21.5 J/TH). That said, the Antminer AL1 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins home mining score and noise level. 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 Bitcoin Miner S19j XP actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP 844% more hashrate (16.0 vs 151.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP 3% better power draw (3,360 vs 3,247 W)
- Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP 90% better efficiency (210.0 vs 21.5 J/TH)
- Antminer AL1 3% more heat output (11,464 vs 11,079 BTU/hr)
- Antminer AL1 64% more home mining score (36.0 vs 22.0)
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 Bitcoin Miner S19j XP |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $999 |
| -$7.48 | Daily net profit | -$2.30 |
| -$12,731 | Net after 1 year | -$1,839 |
| -$15,462 | Net after 2 years | -$2,679 |
| -$18,193 | Net after 3 years | -$3,519 |
| 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 Bitcoin Miner S19j XP21.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Antminer AL1 vs Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP is more profitable at $-2.30/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 Bitcoin Miner S19j XP?
The Antminer AL1 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP 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 Bitcoin Miner S19j XP?
The Antminer AL1 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP). 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 Bitcoin Miner S19j XP?
The Antminer AL1 runs at 210.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Bitcoin Miner S19j XP runs at 21.5 J/TH — a difference of 188.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 90% better efficiency (210.0 vs 21.5 J/TH).