Antminer D7 vs Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer D7 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,286.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 180.0 MH/s |
| 3,148 W | Power Consumption | 800 W |
| 2,447.9 J/TH | Efficiency | 4,444,444.4 J/TH |
| 70 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.4 kg | Weight | 13,000.0 kg |
| 10,741 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 2,730 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| X11 | Algorithm | Etchash |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer D7
Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)
Based on BTC price of $78,209 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer D7, which leads on 4 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). Its biggest concrete edge: 714344% more hashrate (1.3 vs 0.0 TH/s). That said, the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins 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 D7 and Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer D7 714344% more hashrate (1.3 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) 75% better power draw (3,148 vs 800 W)
- Antminer D7 100% better efficiency (2,448 vs 4,444,444 J/TH)
- Antminer D7 100% better weight (14.4 vs 13,000.0 kg)
- Antminer D7 294% more heat output (10,741 vs 2,730 BTU/hr)
- Antminer D7 20% more home mining score (36.0 vs 30.0)
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 D7 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) |
|---|---|---|
| $2,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$7.51 | Daily net profit | -$1.92 |
| -$5,241 | Net after 1 year | -$701 |
| -$7,982 | Net after 2 years | -$1,402 |
| -$10,722 | Net after 3 years | -$2,102 |
| 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 D7Score: 36/100. 70 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer D72,447.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer D7 or Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) is more profitable at $-1.92/day compared to $-7.51/day for the Antminer D7. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer D7 or Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)?
The Antminer D7 is quieter at 70 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer D7 or the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)?
The Antminer D7 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)). 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 D7 and Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh)?
The Antminer D7 runs at 2,447.9 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer E3 (180Mh) runs at 4,444,444.4 J/TH — a difference of 4,441,996.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (2,448 vs 4,444,444 J/TH).