Antminer K7 vs Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer K7 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 63.5 TH/s | Hashrate | 9.5 GH/s |
| 3,080 W | Power Consumption | 3,425 W |
| 48.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 360,526.3 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.0 kg | Weight | 15,000.0 kg |
| 10,509 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,686 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Eaglesong | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer K7
Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,124 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: 6 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). Its biggest concrete edge: 100% better efficiency (48.5 vs 360,526.3 J/TH). The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer K7 and Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer K7 668321% more hashrate (63.5 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Antminer K7 10% better power draw (3,080 vs 3,425 W)
- Antminer K7 100% better efficiency (48.5 vs 360,526.3 J/TH)
- Antminer K7 100% better weight (14.0 vs 15,000.0 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) 11% more heat output (10,509 vs 11,686 BTU/hr)
- Antminer K7 64% more home mining score (36.0 vs 22.0)
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 L7 (9.5Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $821 |
| -$5.11 | Daily net profit | -$8.22 |
| -$5,365 | Net after 1 year | -$3,822 |
| -$7,230 | Net after 2 years | -$6,822 |
| -$9,094 | Net after 3 years | -$9,822 |
| 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 K7Score: 36/100. 75 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 L7 (9.5Gh) 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 $-8.22/day for the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer K7 or the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Antminer K7 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) at 0 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 L7 (9.5Gh)?
The Antminer K7 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Antminer K7 and Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) on J/TH?
The Antminer K7 runs at 48.5 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) runs at 360,526.3 J/TH — a difference of 360,477.8 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 360,526.3 J/TH).