Antminer D7 vs Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer D7 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,286.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 20.0 GH/s |
| 3,148 W | Power Consumption | 3,680 W |
| 2,447.9 J/TH | Efficiency | 184,000.0 J/TH |
| 70 dB | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 14.4 kg | Weight | — |
| 10,741 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 12,556 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| X11 | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer D7
Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,158 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer D7 comes out ahead — it takes 6 of 6 (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). The standout gap is 99% better efficiency (2,448 vs 184,000 J/TH) in the Antminer D7's favour. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer D7 and Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer D7 6330% more hashrate (1.3 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Antminer D7 14% better power draw (3,148 vs 3,680 W)
- Antminer D7 99% better efficiency (2,448 vs 184,000 J/TH)
- Antminer D7 7% better noise (70.0 vs 75.0 dB)
- Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) 17% more heat output (10,741 vs 12,556 BTU/hr)
- Antminer D7 20% more home mining score (36.0 vs 30.0)
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 D7 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $2,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $6,199 |
| -$7.51 | Daily net profit | -$8.83 |
| -$5,241 | Net after 1 year | -$9,422 |
| -$7,982 | Net after 2 years | -$12,646 |
| -$10,722 | Net after 3 years | -$15,869 |
| 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 D7Score: 36/100. 70 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer D72,447.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer D7 or the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer D7 is more profitable at $-7.51/day compared to $-8.83/day for the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer D7 vs Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh): which runs at a lower noise level?
The Antminer D7 is quieter at 70 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer D7 or Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)?
The Antminer D7 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh)). 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 D7 and Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) on J/TH?
The Antminer D7 runs at 2,447.9 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L11 (20Gh) runs at 184,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 181,552.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 99% better efficiency (2,448 vs 184,000 J/TH).