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Canaan AvalonMiner 1246

Canaan AvalonMiner 1246

Hashrate 90.0 TH/s Power 3,420 W Efficiency 38.0 J/TH
VS
Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd

Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd

Hashrate 446.0 TH/s Power 7,360 W Efficiency 16.5 J/TH

Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 vs Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd

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

Specifications Comparison

Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 Specification Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd
90.0 TH/s Hashrate 446.0 TH/s
3,420 W Power Consumption 7,360 W
38.0 J/TH Efficiency 16.5 J/TH
Noise Level 50 dB
12,800.0 kg Weight 20.5 kg
11,669 BTU/hr BTU Output 25,112 BTU/hr
22/100 Home Mining Score 44/100
Release Year
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
Canaan Manufacturer Bitdeer

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Canaan AvalonMiner 1246

Daily Revenue 0.00003901 BTC $2.89
Daily Electricity -$8.21
Daily Profit -$5.32
Monthly -$159.67
Yearly -$1,942.65

Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd

Daily Revenue 0.00019331 BTC $14.30
Daily Electricity -$17.66
Daily Profit -$3.36
Monthly -$100.91
Yearly -$1,227.80

Based on BTC price of $73,977 and current network difficulty as of Mar 16, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on specs, the Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd offers 57% better efficiency at 16.5 J/TH compared to the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 at 38.0 J/TH. This directly impacts daily operating costs and long-term profitability.

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd

Score: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd

16.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 or Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd is more profitable at $-3.36/day compared to $-5.32/day for the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 or Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd?

The Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 or Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd?

The Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Canaan AvalonMiner 1246). 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 Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 and Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd?

The Canaan AvalonMiner 1246 runs at 38.0 J/TH while the Bitdeer SealMiner A2 Hyd runs at 16.5 J/TH — a difference of 21.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.