Avalon A1566 vs iPollo B1L
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Avalon A1566 | Specification | iPollo B1L |
|---|---|---|
| 185.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 58.0 TH/s |
| 3,420 W | Power Consumption | 3,000 W |
| 18.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 51.7 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 14.9 kg | Weight | 12,700.0 kg |
| 11,669 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 10,236 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Canaan | Manufacturer | iPollo |
Profitability Comparison
Avalon A1566
iPollo B1L
Based on BTC price of $77,866 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Avalon A1566, which leads on 4 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). Where it pulls away hardest is 219% more hashrate (185.0 vs 58.0 TH/s). That said, the iPollo B1L isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and price-performance. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Avalon A1566 and iPollo B1L diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Avalon A1566 219% more hashrate (185.0 vs 58.0 TH/s)
- iPollo B1L 12% better power draw (3,420 vs 3,000 W)
- Avalon A1566 64% better efficiency (18.5 vs 51.7 J/TH)
- Avalon A1566 100% better weight (14.9 vs 12,700.0 kg)
- Avalon A1566 14% more heat output (11,669 vs 10,236 BTU/hr)
- Avalon A1566 64% more home mining score (36.0 vs 22.0)
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 A1566 | Metric | iPollo B1L |
|---|---|---|
| $5,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $430 |
| -$1.58 | Daily net profit | -$5.12 |
| -$6,076 | Net after 1 year | -$2,299 |
| -$6,653 | Net after 2 years | -$4,169 |
| -$7,229 | Net after 3 years | -$6,038 |
| 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 A1566Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Avalon A156618.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Avalon A1566 or the iPollo B1L?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Avalon A1566 is more profitable at $-1.58/day compared to $-5.12/day for the iPollo B1L. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Avalon A1566 or iPollo B1L?
The Avalon A1566 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the iPollo B1L at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Avalon A1566 vs iPollo B1L: which fits a residential setup better?
The Avalon A1566 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the iPollo B1L). 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 A1566 and iPollo B1L on J/TH?
The Avalon A1566 runs at 18.5 J/TH while the iPollo B1L runs at 51.7 J/TH — a difference of 33.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 64% better efficiency (18.5 vs 51.7 J/TH).