Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) vs Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) | Specification | Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 21.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 9.5 GH/s |
| 3,612 W | Power Consumption | 3,425 W |
| 172,000.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 360,526.3 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| — | Weight | 15,000.0 kg |
| 12,324 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,686 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Scrypt | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh)
Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)
Based on BTC price of $78,209 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) edges it: 4 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). Its biggest concrete edge: 121% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s). That said, the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and price-performance. 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 Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) and Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) sit on each measurable spec:
- Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) 121% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) 5% better power draw (3,612 vs 3,425 W)
- Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) 52% better efficiency (172,000 vs 360,526 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) 5% more heat output (12,324 vs 11,686 BTU/hr)
- Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) 36% more home mining score (30.0 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.
| Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) | Metric | Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $7,999 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $821 |
| -$8.67 | Daily net profit | -$8.22 |
| -$11,163 | Net after 1 year | -$3,822 |
| -$14,327 | Net after 2 years | -$6,822 |
| -$17,491 | 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
Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh)Score: 30/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh)172,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) or the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) is more profitable at $-8.22/day compared to $-8.67/day for the Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) or Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)?
The Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) 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.
Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) vs Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh): which fits a residential setup better?
The Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) scores 30/100 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.
What is the efficiency difference between Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) and Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh)?
The Bitmain Antminer L11 Pro (21Gh) runs at 172,000.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer L7 (9.5Gh) runs at 360,526.3 J/TH — a difference of 188,526.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 52% better efficiency (172,000 vs 360,526 J/TH).