Baikal BK-N vs Baikal BK-N70
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Baikal BK-N | Specification | Baikal BK-N70 |
|---|---|---|
| 40.0 KH/s | Hashrate | 140.0 KH/s |
| 60 W | Power Consumption | 240 W |
| 1,500,000,000.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,714,285,714.3 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 1,800.0 kg | Weight | 4,000.0 kg |
| 205 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 819 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Cryptonight | Algorithm | Cryptonight |
| Baikal | Manufacturer | Baikal |
Profitability Comparison
Baikal BK-N
Baikal BK-N70
Based on BTC price of $76,908 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Baikal BK-N, which leads on 3 of 4 weighted factors (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score). Where it pulls away hardest is 75% better power draw (60.0 vs 240.0 W). That said, the Baikal BK-N70 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins price-performance. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Baikal BK-N and Baikal BK-N70 sit on each measurable spec:
- Baikal BK-N70 250% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Baikal BK-N 75% better power draw (60.0 vs 240.0 W)
- Baikal BK-N 13% better efficiency (1,500,000,000 vs 1,714,285,714 J/TH)
- Baikal BK-N 55% better weight (1,800 vs 4,000 kg)
- Baikal BK-N70 300% more heat output (205 vs 819 BTU/hr)
- Baikal BK-N 16% more home mining score (36.0 vs 31.0)
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.
| Baikal BK-N | Metric | Baikal BK-N70 |
|---|---|---|
| $500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $597 |
| -$0.14 | Daily net profit | -$0.58 |
| -$553 | Net after 1 year | -$807 |
| -$605 | Net after 2 years | -$1,017 |
| -$658 | Net after 3 years | -$1,228 |
| 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
Baikal BK-NScore: 36/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Baikal BK-N1,500,000,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Baikal BK-N or Baikal BK-N70 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Baikal BK-N is more profitable at $-0.14/day compared to $-0.58/day for the Baikal BK-N70. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Baikal BK-N or Baikal BK-N70?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
For mining at home, should I pick the Baikal BK-N or the Baikal BK-N70?
The Baikal BK-N scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 31/100 for the Baikal BK-N70). 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 Baikal BK-N and Baikal BK-N70?
The Baikal BK-N runs at 1,500,000,000.0 J/TH while the Baikal BK-N70 runs at 1,714,285,714.3 J/TH — a difference of 214,285,714.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 13% better efficiency (1,500,000,000 vs 1,714,285,714 J/TH).