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Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T

Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T

Hashrate 206.0 TH/s Power 3,667 W Efficiency 17.8 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Hashrate 498.0 TH/s Power 6,723 W Efficiency 13.5 J/TH

Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.

Specifications Comparison

Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S
206.0 TH/s Hashrate 498.0 TH/s
3,667 W Power Consumption 6,723 W
17.8 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
75 dB Noise Level 75 dB
12.8 kg Weight 18.0 kg
12,512 BTU/hr BTU Output 22,939 BTU/hr
30/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
Release Year
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
Canaan Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T

Daily Revenue 0.00008928 BTC $6.35
Daily Electricity -$8.80
Daily Profit -$2.45
Monthly -$73.56
Yearly -$894.96

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Daily Revenue 0.00021584 BTC $15.35
Daily Electricity -$16.14
Daily Profit -$0.79
Monthly -$23.61
Yearly -$287.26

Based on BTC price of $71,108 and current network difficulty as of Mar 25, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S wins on 2 of 3 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T holds the edge in power consumption. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S — wins on 2 of 3 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Tie

Both miners are equally suitable for home use.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S is more profitable at $-0.79/day compared to $-2.45/day for the Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

Which is better for home mining, the Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.

What is the efficiency difference between Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T and MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The Canaan Avalon A15XP-206T runs at 17.8 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 4.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.