Antminer E9 Pro vs Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer E9 Pro | Specification | Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 3,680.0 MH/s | Hashrate | 20.0 TH/s |
| 2,200 W | Power Consumption | 3,000 W |
| 597,826.1 J/TH | Efficiency | 150.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 14.2 kg | Weight | 15.8 kg |
| 7,506 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 10,236 BTU/hr |
| 40/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| EtHash | Algorithm | KHeavyHash |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer E9 Pro
Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th)
Based on BTC price of $78,124 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) comes out ahead — it takes 3 of 5 (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 543378% more hashrate (0.0 vs 20.0 TH/s). That said, the Antminer E9 Pro isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and home mining score. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer E9 Pro and Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) sit on each measurable spec:
- Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) 543378% more hashrate (0.0 vs 20.0 TH/s)
- Antminer E9 Pro 27% better power draw (2,200 vs 3,000 W)
- Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) 100% better efficiency (597,826 vs 150 J/TH)
- Antminer E9 Pro 10% better weight (14.2 vs 15.8 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) 36% more heat output (7,506 vs 10,236 BTU/hr)
- Antminer E9 Pro 11% more home mining score (40.0 vs 36.0)
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 E9 Pro | Metric | Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $799 |
| -$5.28 | Daily net profit | -$6.48 |
| -$4,927 | Net after 1 year | -$3,165 |
| -$6,854 | Net after 2 years | -$5,530 |
| -$8,781 | Net after 3 years | -$7,896 |
| 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 E9 ProScore: 40/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th)150.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer E9 Pro or the Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer E9 Pro is more profitable at $-5.28/day compared to $-6.48/day for the Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th). 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 KS5 (20Th)?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer E9 Pro or Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th)?
The Antminer E9 Pro scores 40/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer E9 Pro vs Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer E9 Pro runs at 597,826.1 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer KS5 (20Th) runs at 150.0 J/TH — a difference of 597,676.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (597,826 vs 150 J/TH).