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Bitmain Antminer S3

Bitmain Antminer S3

Hashrate 478.0 GH/s Power 366 W Efficiency 765.7 J/TH
VS
Innosilicon T2 Terminator

Innosilicon T2 Terminator

Hashrate 17.2 TH/s Power 1,570 W Efficiency 91.3 J/TH

Bitmain Antminer S3 vs Innosilicon T2 Terminator

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

Specifications Comparison

Bitmain Antminer S3 Specification Innosilicon T2 Terminator
478.0 GH/s Hashrate 17.2 TH/s
366 W Power Consumption 1,570 W
765.7 J/TH Efficiency 91.3 J/TH
— Noise Level —
5,200.0 kg Weight 7,500.0 kg
1,249 BTU/hr BTU Output 5,357 BTU/hr
34/100 Home Mining Score 28/100
— Release Year —
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
Bitmain Manufacturer Innosilicon

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Bitmain Antminer S3

Daily Revenue 0.00000022 BTC $0.02
Daily Electricity -$0.88
Daily Profit -$0.86
Monthly -$25.83
Yearly -$314.27

Innosilicon T2 Terminator

Daily Revenue 0.00000792 BTC $0.63
Daily Electricity -$3.77
Daily Profit -$3.14
Monthly -$94.26
Yearly -$1,146.83

Based on BTC price of $79,090 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Run the numbers across every spec and the Innosilicon T2 Terminator edges it: 2 of 4 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate). The standout gap is 3498% more hashrate (0.5 vs 17.2 TH/s) in the Innosilicon T2 Terminator's favour. The Bitmain Antminer S3 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: Innosilicon T2 Terminator — wins on 2 of 4 factors

Spec Deltas

Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Bitmain Antminer S3 and Innosilicon T2 Terminator sit on each measurable spec:

  • Innosilicon T2 Terminator 3498% more hashrate (0.5 vs 17.2 TH/s)
  • Bitmain Antminer S3 77% better power draw (366 vs 1,570 W)
  • Innosilicon T2 Terminator 88% better efficiency (765.7 vs 91.3 J/TH)
  • Bitmain Antminer S3 31% better weight (5,200 vs 7,500 kg)
  • Innosilicon T2 Terminator 329% more heat output (1,249 vs 5,357 BTU/hr)
  • Bitmain Antminer S3 21% more home mining score (34.0 vs 28.0)

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.

Bitmain Antminer S3 Metric Innosilicon T2 Terminator
— Upfront cost (MSRP) $850
-$0.86 Daily net profit -$3.14
-$314 Net after 1 year -$1,997
-$629 Net after 2 years -$3,144
-$943 Net after 3 years -$4,290
— 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

Bitmain Antminer S3

Score: 34/100. 0 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

Innosilicon T2 Terminator

91.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bitmain Antminer S3 vs Innosilicon T2 Terminator: which one earns more per day?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S3 is more profitable at $-0.86/day compared to $-3.14/day for the Innosilicon T2 Terminator. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Is the Bitmain Antminer S3 or the Innosilicon T2 Terminator better for noise-sensitive spaces?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

Which is better for home mining, the Bitmain Antminer S3 or Innosilicon T2 Terminator?

The Bitmain Antminer S3 scores 34/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Innosilicon T2 Terminator). 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 S3 and Innosilicon T2 Terminator?

The Bitmain Antminer S3 runs at 765.7 J/TH while the Innosilicon T2 Terminator runs at 91.3 J/TH — a difference of 674.4 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 88% better efficiency (765.7 vs 91.3 J/TH).

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