Antminer E9 Pro vs Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer E9 Pro | Specification | Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 3,680.0 MH/s | Hashrate | 166.0 TH/s |
| 2,200 W | Power Consumption | 3,154 W |
| 597,826.1 J/TH | Efficiency | 19.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.2 kg | Weight | 16,100.0 kg |
| 7,506 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 10,761 BTU/hr |
| 40/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| EtHash | Algorithm | Blake2s |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer E9 Pro
Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)
Based on BTC price of $74,658 and current network difficulty as of Mar 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th) wins on 3 of 6 factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). The Antminer E9 Pro holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer E9 ProScore: 40/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)19.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer E9 Pro or Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th) is more profitable at $-2.20/day compared to $-5.28/day for the Antminer E9 Pro. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer E9 Pro or Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)?
The Antminer E9 Pro is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer E9 Pro or Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)?
The Antminer E9 Pro scores 40/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)). 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 E9 Pro and Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th)?
The Antminer E9 Pro runs at 597,826.1 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer KA3 (166Th) runs at 19.0 J/TH — a difference of 597,807.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.