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Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9)

Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9)

Hashrate 14.0 TH/s Power 1,350 W Efficiency 96.4 J/TH
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Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition

Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition

Hashrate 12.0 TH/s Power 1,100 W Efficiency 91.7 J/TH

Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) vs Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition

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

Specifications Comparison

Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) Specification Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition
14.0 TH/s Hashrate 12.0 TH/s
1,350 W Power Consumption 1,100 W
96.4 J/TH Efficiency 91.7 J/TH
60 dB Noise Level 50 dB
5.0 kg Weight 8.0 kg
4,606 BTU/hr BTU Output 3,753 BTU/hr
52/100 Home Mining Score 59/100
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SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer D-Central

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9)

Daily Revenue 0.00000644 BTC $0.50
Daily Electricity -$3.24
Daily Profit -$2.74
Monthly -$82.09
Yearly -$998.76

Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition

Daily Revenue 0.00000552 BTC $0.43
Daily Electricity -$2.64
Daily Profit -$2.21
Monthly -$66.25
Yearly -$806.02

Based on BTC price of $78,179 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Weighing six performance factors, the Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 6 (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). Its biggest concrete edge: 19% better power draw (1,350 vs 1,100 W). The Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) holds the edge in hashrate and price-performance. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.

Winner: Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition — wins on 4 of 6 factors

Spec Deltas

The Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) and Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":

  • Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) 17% more hashrate (14.0 vs 12.0 TH/s)
  • Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition 19% better power draw (1,350 vs 1,100 W)
  • Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition 5% better efficiency (96.4 vs 91.7 J/TH)
  • Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition 17% better noise (60.0 vs 50.0 dB)
  • Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) 38% better weight (5.0 vs 8.0 kg)
  • Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) 23% more heat output (4,606 vs 3,753 BTU/hr)
  • Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition 13% more home mining score (52.0 vs 59.0)

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 Pivotal Edition (S9) Metric Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition
$299 Upfront cost (MSRP) $499
-$2.74 Daily net profit -$2.21
-$1,298 Net after 1 year -$1,305
-$2,297 Net after 2 years -$2,111
-$3,295 Net after 3 years -$2,917
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

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition

Score: 59/100. 50 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition

91.7 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which makes more money, the Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) or the Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition is more profitable at $-2.21/day compared to $-2.74/day for the Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Is the Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) or the Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition better for noise-sensitive spaces?

The Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) at 60 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) or the Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition?

The Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition scores 59/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 52/100 for the Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9)). 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 Pivotal Edition (S9) and Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition on J/TH?

The Antminer Pivotal Edition (S9) runs at 96.4 J/TH while the Bitcoin Space Heater S9 Edition runs at 91.7 J/TH — a difference of 4.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 5% better efficiency (96.4 vs 91.7 J/TH).

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