Avalon A1466 vs Canaan Avalon Nano 3
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1466 | Specification | Canaan Avalon Nano 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 150.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 4.0 TH/s |
| 3,230 W | Power Consumption | 1,400 W |
| 21.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 350.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 35 dB |
| 12.8 kg | Weight | 0.7 kg |
| 11,021 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,777 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 66/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | Canaan |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1466
Canaan Avalon Nano 3
Based on BTC price of $79,032 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Avalon A1466 wins on 3 of 6 factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Its biggest concrete edge: 3650% more hashrate (150.0 vs 4.0 TH/s). That said, the Canaan Avalon Nano 3 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Avalon A1466 and Canaan Avalon Nano 3 sit on each measurable spec:
- Avalon A1466 3650% more hashrate (150.0 vs 4.0 TH/s)
- Canaan Avalon Nano 3 57% better power draw (3,230 vs 1,400 W)
- Avalon A1466 94% better efficiency (21.5 vs 350.0 J/TH)
- Canaan Avalon Nano 3 53% better noise (75.0 vs 35.0 dB)
- Canaan Avalon Nano 3 94% better weight (12.8 vs 0.7 kg)
- Avalon A1466 131% more heat output (11,021 vs 4,777 BTU/hr)
- Canaan Avalon Nano 3 83% more home mining score (36.0 vs 66.0)
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 A1466 | Metric | Canaan Avalon Nano 3 |
|---|---|---|
| $4,200 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $149 |
| -$2.30 | Daily net profit | -$3.21 |
| -$5,038 | Net after 1 year | -$1,322 |
| -$5,877 | Net after 2 years | -$2,496 |
| -$6,715 | Net after 3 years | -$3,669 |
| 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
Canaan Avalon Nano 3Score: 66/100. 35 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Avalon A146621.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Avalon A1466 or Canaan Avalon Nano 3 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Avalon A1466 is more profitable at $-2.30/day compared to $-3.21/day for the Canaan Avalon Nano 3. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Avalon A1466 or Canaan Avalon Nano 3?
The Canaan Avalon Nano 3 is quieter at 35 dB compared to the Avalon A1466 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Avalon A1466 or the Canaan Avalon Nano 3?
The Canaan Avalon Nano 3 scores 66/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Avalon A1466). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Avalon A1466 and Canaan Avalon Nano 3 on J/TH?
The Avalon A1466 runs at 21.5 J/TH while the Canaan Avalon Nano 3 runs at 350.0 J/TH — a difference of 328.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 94% better efficiency (21.5 vs 350.0 J/TH).