Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer D9 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,770.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 34.0 TH/s |
| 2,839 W | Power Consumption | 1,800 W |
| 1,604.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 52.9 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 16.1 kg | Weight | 9,400.0 kg |
| 9,687 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 6,142 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 28/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| X11 | Algorithm | Blake256r14 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer D9
Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)
Based on BTC price of $78,217 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 6 (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 97% better efficiency (1,604.0 vs 52.9 J/TH). The Antminer D9 holds the edge in home mining score and noise level. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer D9 and Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) 1821% more hashrate (1.8 vs 34.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) 37% better power draw (2,839 vs 1,800 W)
- Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) 97% better efficiency (1,604.0 vs 52.9 J/TH)
- Antminer D9 100% better weight (16.1 vs 9,400.0 kg)
- Antminer D9 58% more heat output (9,687 vs 6,142 BTU/hr)
- Antminer D9 29% more home mining score (36.0 vs 28.0)
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 D9 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,100 |
| -$6.75 | Daily net profit | -$3.10 |
| -$5,464 | Net after 1 year | -$3,230 |
| -$7,927 | Net after 2 years | -$4,360 |
| -$10,391 | Net after 3 years | -$5,490 |
| 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 D9Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)52.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer D9 or the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) is more profitable at $-3.10/day compared to $-6.75/day for the Antminer D9. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer D9 or Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)?
The Antminer D9 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th): which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer D9 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)). 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 D9 and Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)?
The Antminer D9 runs at 1,604.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) runs at 52.9 J/TH — a difference of 1,551.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 97% better efficiency (1,604.0 vs 52.9 J/TH).