Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer D9 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,770.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 33.0 GH/s |
| 2,839 W | Power Consumption | 5,676 W |
| 1,604.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 172,000.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 50 dB |
| 16.1 kg | Weight | — |
| 9,687 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 19,367 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| X11 | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer D9
Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,158 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer D9, which leads on 4 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, price-performance). The standout gap is 99% better efficiency (1,604 vs 172,000 J/TH) in the Antminer D9's favour. That said, the Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 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 D9 and Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer D9 5264% more hashrate (1.8 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Antminer D9 50% better power draw (2,839 vs 5,676 W)
- Antminer D9 99% better efficiency (1,604 vs 172,000 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 33% better noise (75.0 vs 50.0 dB)
- Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 100% more heat output (9,687 vs 19,367 BTU/hr)
- Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 22% more home mining score (36.0 vs 44.0)
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 L11.HU6 (33Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $16,888 |
| -$6.75 | Daily net profit | -$13.62 |
| -$5,464 | Net after 1 year | -$21,860 |
| -$7,927 | Net after 2 years | -$26,831 |
| -$10,391 | Net after 3 years | -$31,803 |
| 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
Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh)Score: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer D91,604.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh): which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer D9 is more profitable at $-6.75/day compared to $-13.62/day for the Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh): which runs at a lower noise level?
The Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Antminer D9 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer D9 or the Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh)?
The Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Antminer D9). 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 D9 and Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) on J/TH?
The Antminer D9 runs at 1,604.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) runs at 172,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 170,396.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 99% better efficiency (1,604 vs 172,000 J/TH).