Antminer K7 vs Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer K7 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 63.5 TH/s | Hashrate | 33.0 GH/s |
| 3,080 W | Power Consumption | 5,676 W |
| 48.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 172,000.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 50 dB |
| 14.0 kg | Weight | — |
| 10,509 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 19,367 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Eaglesong | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer K7
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
Run the numbers across every spec and the Antminer K7 edges it: 4 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, price-performance). The standout gap is 100% better efficiency (48.5 vs 172,000.0 J/TH) in the Antminer K7's favour. The Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) holds the edge in home mining score and noise level. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer K7 and Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer K7 192324% more hashrate (63.5 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Antminer K7 46% better power draw (3,080 vs 5,676 W)
- Antminer K7 100% better efficiency (48.5 vs 172,000.0 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 33% better noise (75.0 vs 50.0 dB)
- Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 84% more heat output (10,509 vs 19,367 BTU/hr)
- Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) 22% more home mining score (36.0 vs 44.0)
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 K7 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $16,888 |
| -$5.11 | Daily net profit | -$13.62 |
| -$5,364 | Net after 1 year | -$21,860 |
| -$7,229 | Net after 2 years | -$26,831 |
| -$9,093 | 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 K748.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer K7 or Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer K7 is more profitable at $-5.11/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 K7 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 K7 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer K7 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 K7). 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 K7 and Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh)?
The Antminer K7 runs at 48.5 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L11.HU6 (33Gh) runs at 172,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 171,951.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (48.5 vs 172,000.0 J/TH).