Antminer S19 Pro+ vs Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S19 Pro+ | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 120.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 11.5 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 1,127 W |
| 28.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 98.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.4 kg | Weight | 4,200.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 3,845 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S19 Pro+
Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th)
Based on BTC price of $79,126 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer S19 Pro+ comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 6 (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). Where it pulls away hardest is 943% more hashrate (120.0 vs 11.5 TH/s). That said, the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and price-performance. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer S19 Pro+ and Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 943% more hashrate (120.0 vs 11.5 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) 66% better power draw (3,360 vs 1,127 W)
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 71% better efficiency (28.0 vs 98.0 J/TH)
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 100% better weight (14.4 vs 4,200.0 kg)
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 198% more heat output (11,464 vs 3,845 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S19 Pro+ 171% more home mining score (84.0 vs 31.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Antminer S19 Pro+ | Metric | Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $65 |
| -$3.69 | Daily net profit | -$2.29 |
| -$4,348 | Net after 1 year | -$899 |
| -$5,697 | Net after 2 years | -$1,734 |
| -$7,045 | Net after 3 years | -$2,568 |
| 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 S19 Pro+Score: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S19 Pro+28.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S19 Pro+ or the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) is more profitable at $-2.29/day compared to $-3.69/day for the Antminer S19 Pro+. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer S19 Pro+ vs Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th): which runs at a lower noise level?
The Antminer S19 Pro+ is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer S19 Pro+ or the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th)?
The Antminer S19 Pro+ scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 31/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th)). 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 S19 Pro+ and Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) on J/TH?
The Antminer S19 Pro+ runs at 28.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S9 (11.5Th) runs at 98.0 J/TH — a difference of 70.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 71% better efficiency (28.0 vs 98.0 J/TH).