Avalon A1366 vs Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1366 | Specification | Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T |
|---|---|---|
| 130.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 500.0 TH/s |
| 3,250 W | Power Consumption | 8,400 W |
| 25.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 16.8 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 40 dB |
| 12.6 kg | Weight | 20.0 kg |
| 11,089 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 28,661 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 51/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | Canaan |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1366
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T
Based on BTC price of $79,086 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T edges it: 4 of 5 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 285% more hashrate (130 vs 500 TH/s) in the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T's favour. The Avalon A1366 claws back ground on power consumption. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Avalon A1366 and Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T 285% more hashrate (130 vs 500 TH/s)
- Avalon A1366 61% better power draw (3,250 vs 8,400 W)
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T 33% better efficiency (25.0 vs 16.8 J/TH)
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T 47% better noise (75.0 vs 40.0 dB)
- Avalon A1366 37% better weight (12.6 vs 20.0 kg)
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T 158% more heat output (11,089 vs 28,661 BTU/hr)
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T 42% more home mining score (36.0 vs 51.0)
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 A1566HA 500T |
|---|---|---|
| $3,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$3.07 | Daily net profit | -$1.96 |
| -$4,620 | Net after 1 year | -$716 |
| -$5,740 | Net after 2 years | -$1,433 |
| -$6,860 | Net after 3 years | -$2,149 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | — |
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
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500TScore: 51/100. 40 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T16.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon A1366 vs Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T is more profitable at $-1.96/day compared to $-3.07/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 A1566HA 500T?
The Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T is quieter at 40 dB compared to the Avalon A1366 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Avalon A1366 or the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T?
The Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T scores 51/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Avalon A1366). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Avalon A1366 vs Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Avalon A1366 runs at 25.0 J/TH while the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 500T runs at 16.8 J/TH — a difference of 8.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 33% better efficiency (25.0 vs 16.8 J/TH).