Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) vs Halong Mining DragonMint B29
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) | Specification | Halong Mining DragonMint B29 |
|---|---|---|
| 34.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 2.1 TH/s |
| 1,800 W | Power Consumption | 900 W |
| 52.9 J/TH | Efficiency | 428.6 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 9,400.0 kg | Weight | 6,000.0 kg |
| 6,142 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 3,071 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake256r14 | Algorithm | Blake256r14 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Halong Mining |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)
Halong Mining DragonMint B29
Based on BTC price of $77,929 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th), which leads on 2 of 4 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate). The standout gap is 1519% more hashrate (34.0 vs 2.1 TH/s) in the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)'s favour. The Halong Mining DragonMint B29 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) and Halong Mining DragonMint B29 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) 1519% more hashrate (34.0 vs 2.1 TH/s)
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 50% better power draw (1,800 vs 900 W)
- Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) 88% better efficiency (52.9 vs 428.6 J/TH)
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 36% better weight (9,400 vs 6,000 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) 100% more heat output (6,142 vs 3,071 BTU/hr)
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 11% more home mining score (28.0 vs 31.0)
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.
| Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) | Metric | Halong Mining DragonMint B29 |
|---|---|---|
| $2,100 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$3.10 | Daily net profit | -$2.08 |
| -$3,232 | Net after 1 year | -$761 |
| -$4,364 | Net after 2 years | -$1,522 |
| -$5,495 | Net after 3 years | -$2,283 |
| 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
Halong Mining DragonMint B29Score: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th)52.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) vs Halong Mining DragonMint B29: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Halong Mining DragonMint B29 is more profitable at $-2.08/day compared to $-3.10/day for the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) or Halong Mining DragonMint B29?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
For mining at home, should I pick the Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) or the Halong Mining DragonMint B29?
The Halong Mining DragonMint B29 scores 31/100 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.
Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) vs Halong Mining DragonMint B29: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) runs at 52.9 J/TH while the Halong Mining DragonMint B29 runs at 428.6 J/TH — a difference of 375.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 88% better efficiency (52.9 vs 428.6 J/TH).
Compare Bitmain Antminer DR5 (34Th) with...
Compare Halong Mining DragonMint B29 with...
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 vs DragonMint T1
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 vs Halong Mining DragonMint B52
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 vs Baikal BK-B
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 vs Baikal BK-D
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 vs Bitfily Snow Panther D1
- Halong Mining DragonMint B29 vs Bitmain Antminer DR3