Avalon A1366 vs Canaan Avalon A15-194T
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1366 | Specification | Canaan Avalon A15-194T |
|---|---|---|
| 130.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 194.0 TH/s |
| 3,250 W | Power Consumption | 3,647 W |
| 25.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 18.8 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 12.6 kg | Weight | 12.8 kg |
| 11,089 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 12,444 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | Canaan |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1366
Canaan Avalon A15-194T
Based on BTC price of $78,217 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Canaan Avalon A15-194T edges it: 3 of 5 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). The standout gap is 49% more hashrate (130 vs 194 TH/s) in the Canaan Avalon A15-194T's favour. The Avalon A1366 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Avalon A1366 and Canaan Avalon A15-194T actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Canaan Avalon A15-194T 49% more hashrate (130 vs 194 TH/s)
- Avalon A1366 11% better power draw (3,250 vs 3,647 W)
- Canaan Avalon A15-194T 25% better efficiency (25.0 vs 18.8 J/TH)
- Avalon A1366 2% better weight (12.6 vs 12.8 kg)
- Canaan Avalon A15-194T 12% more heat output (11,089 vs 12,444 BTU/hr)
- Avalon A1366 20% more home mining score (36.0 vs 30.0)
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 A1366 | Metric | Canaan Avalon A15-194T |
|---|---|---|
| $3,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,749 |
| -$3.12 | Daily net profit | -$1.77 |
| -$4,639 | Net after 1 year | -$3,395 |
| -$5,778 | Net after 2 years | -$4,041 |
| -$6,917 | Net after 3 years | -$4,687 |
| 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
Avalon A1366Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Canaan Avalon A15-194T18.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Avalon A1366 or the Canaan Avalon A15-194T?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Canaan Avalon A15-194T is more profitable at $-1.77/day compared to $-3.12/day for the Avalon A1366. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Avalon A1366 or Canaan Avalon A15-194T?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Avalon A1366 or Canaan Avalon A15-194T?
The Avalon A1366 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Canaan Avalon A15-194T). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Avalon A1366 vs Canaan Avalon A15-194T: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Avalon A1366 runs at 25.0 J/TH while the Canaan Avalon A15-194T runs at 18.8 J/TH — a difference of 6.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 25% better efficiency (25.0 vs 18.8 J/TH).