Avalon A1446 vs Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1446 | Specification | Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U |
|---|---|---|
| 135.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 480.0 TH/s |
| 3,310 W | Power Consumption | 8,046 W |
| 24.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 16.8 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 80 dB |
| 12.8 kg | Weight | 20.0 kg |
| 11,294 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 27,453 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 23/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | Canaan |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1446
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U
Based on BTC price of $79,113 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U edges it: 3 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Its biggest concrete edge: 256% more hashrate (135 vs 480 TH/s). The Avalon A1446 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Avalon A1446 and Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U 256% more hashrate (135 vs 480 TH/s)
- Avalon A1446 59% better power draw (3,310 vs 8,046 W)
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U 32% better efficiency (24.5 vs 16.8 J/TH)
- Avalon A1446 6% better noise (75.0 vs 80.0 dB)
- Avalon A1446 36% better weight (12.8 vs 20.0 kg)
- Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U 143% more heat output (11,294 vs 27,453 BTU/hr)
- Avalon A1446 57% more home mining score (36.0 vs 23.0)
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 A1446 | Metric | Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U |
|---|---|---|
| $3,200 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $5,568 |
| -$3.03 | Daily net profit | -$1.84 |
| -$4,306 | Net after 1 year | -$6,238 |
| -$5,411 | Net after 2 years | -$6,908 |
| -$6,517 | Net after 3 years | -$7,578 |
| 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 A1446Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U16.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon A1446 vs Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U is more profitable at $-1.84/day compared to $-3.03/day for the Avalon A1446. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Avalon A1446 vs Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U: which runs at a lower noise level?
The Avalon A1446 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U at 80 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Avalon A1446 or Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U?
The Avalon A1446 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 23/100 for the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U). 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 Avalon A1446 and Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U?
The Avalon A1446 runs at 24.5 J/TH while the Canaan Avalon A1566HA 2U runs at 16.8 J/TH — a difference of 7.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 32% better efficiency (24.5 vs 16.8 J/TH).