Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) vs Ebang Ebit E9.2
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) | Specification | Ebang Ebit E9.2 |
|---|---|---|
| 18.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 12.0 TH/s |
| 1,728 W | Power Consumption | 1,320 W |
| 96.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 110.0 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 5,150.0 kg | Weight | 4,700.0 kg |
| 5,896 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,504 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Ebang |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th)
Ebang Ebit E9.2
Based on BTC price of $79,027 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) comes out ahead — it takes 2 of 4 (efficiency, hashrate). The standout gap is 50% more hashrate (18.0 vs 12.0 TH/s) in the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th)'s favour. The Ebang Ebit E9.2 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) and Ebang Ebit E9.2 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) 50% more hashrate (18.0 vs 12.0 TH/s)
- Ebang Ebit E9.2 24% better power draw (1,728 vs 1,320 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) 13% better efficiency (96.0 vs 110.0 J/TH)
- Ebang Ebit E9.2 9% better weight (5,150 vs 4,700 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) 31% more heat output (5,896 vs 4,504 BTU/hr)
- Ebang Ebit E9.2 11% more home mining score (28.0 vs 31.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Ebang Ebit E9.2Score: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th)96.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) vs Ebang Ebit E9.2: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Ebang Ebit E9.2 is more profitable at $-2.73/day compared to $-3.49/day for the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) or the Ebang Ebit E9.2 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) vs Ebang Ebit E9.2: which fits a residential setup better?
The Ebang Ebit E9.2 scores 31/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th)). 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 S9 Hydro (18Th) and Ebang Ebit E9.2?
The Bitmain Antminer S9 Hydro (18Th) runs at 96.0 J/TH while the Ebang Ebit E9.2 runs at 110.0 J/TH — a difference of 14.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 13% better efficiency (96.0 vs 110.0 J/TH).