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Bitmain Antminer G2

Bitmain Antminer G2

Hashrate 220.0 MH/s Power 1,200 W Efficiency 5,454,545.5 J/TH
VS
iPollo V1 Classic

iPollo V1 Classic

Hashrate 1.6 GH/s Power 1,240 W Efficiency 800,000.0 J/TH

Bitmain Antminer G2 vs iPollo V1 Classic

Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.

Specifications Comparison

Bitmain Antminer G2 Specification iPollo V1 Classic
220.0 MH/s Hashrate 1.6 GH/s
1,200 W Power Consumption 1,240 W
5,454,545.5 J/TH Efficiency 800,000.0 J/TH
Noise Level
15,000.0 kg Weight 13,000.0 kg
4,094 BTU/hr BTU Output 4,231 BTU/hr
31/100 Home Mining Score 31/100
Release Year
Etchash Algorithm Etchash
Bitmain Manufacturer iPollo

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Bitmain Antminer G2

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00
Daily Electricity -$2.88
Daily Profit -$2.88
Monthly -$86.40
Yearly -$1,051.20

iPollo V1 Classic

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00
Daily Electricity -$2.98
Daily Profit -$2.98
Monthly -$89.28
Yearly -$1,086.22

Based on BTC price of $74,032 and current network difficulty as of Mar 16, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on specs, the iPollo V1 Classic offers 85% better efficiency at 800,000.0 J/TH compared to the Bitmain Antminer G2 at 5,454,545.5 J/TH. This directly impacts daily operating costs and long-term profitability.

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Tie

Both miners are equally suitable for home use.

Best for Efficiency

iPollo V1 Classic

800,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bitmain Antminer G2 or iPollo V1 Classic more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer G2 is more profitable at $-2.88/day compared to $-2.98/day for the iPollo V1 Classic. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer G2 or iPollo V1 Classic?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

Which is better for home mining, the Bitmain Antminer G2 or iPollo V1 Classic?

Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.

What is the efficiency difference between Bitmain Antminer G2 and iPollo V1 Classic?

The Bitmain Antminer G2 runs at 5,454,545.5 J/TH while the iPollo V1 Classic runs at 800,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 4,654,545.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.