Avalon A1246 vs NerdQAxe++
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1246 | Specification | NerdQAxe++ |
|---|---|---|
| 90.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 4.0 TH/s |
| 3,420 W | Power Consumption | 120 W |
| 38.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 30.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 42 dB |
| 12.3 kg | Weight | 0.5 kg |
| 11,669 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 409 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 58/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | D-Central |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1246
NerdQAxe++
Based on BTC price of $79,235 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the NerdQAxe++ edges it: 4 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 96% better power draw (3,420 vs 120 W) in the NerdQAxe++'s favour. That said, the Avalon A1246 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins hashrate 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 Avalon A1246 and NerdQAxe++ sit on each measurable spec:
- Avalon A1246 2150% more hashrate (90.0 vs 4.0 TH/s)
- NerdQAxe++ 96% better power draw (3,420 vs 120 W)
- NerdQAxe++ 21% better efficiency (38.0 vs 30.0 J/TH)
- NerdQAxe++ 44% better noise (75.0 vs 42.0 dB)
- NerdQAxe++ 96% better weight (12.3 vs 0.5 kg)
- Avalon A1246 2750% more heat output (11,669 vs 409 BTU/hr)
- NerdQAxe++ 61% more home mining score (36.0 vs 58.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
A miner pays for itself in profit, not specs. These projections track upfront cost against one, two and three years of net earnings at $0.10/kWh.
| Avalon A1246 | Metric | NerdQAxe++ |
|---|---|---|
| $1,800 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $349 |
| -$4.82 | Daily net profit | -$0.14 |
| -$3,561 | Net after 1 year | -$399 |
| -$5,321 | Net after 2 years | -$449 |
| -$7,082 | Net after 3 years | -$500 |
| 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
NerdQAxe++Score: 58/100. 42 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
NerdQAxe++30.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon A1246 vs NerdQAxe++: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the NerdQAxe++ is more profitable at $-0.14/day compared to $-4.82/day for the Avalon A1246. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Avalon A1246 vs NerdQAxe++: which runs at a lower noise level?
The NerdQAxe++ is quieter at 42 dB compared to the Avalon A1246 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Avalon A1246 or the NerdQAxe++?
The NerdQAxe++ scores 58/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Avalon A1246). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Avalon A1246 vs NerdQAxe++: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Avalon A1246 runs at 38.0 J/TH while the NerdQAxe++ runs at 30.0 J/TH — a difference of 8.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 21% better efficiency (38.0 vs 30.0 J/TH).