Baikal BK-N240 vs Baikal Giant A900
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Baikal BK-N240 | Specification | Baikal Giant A900 |
|---|---|---|
| 480.0 KH/s | Hashrate | 900.0 MH/s |
| 650 W | Power Consumption | 270 W |
| 1,354,166,666.7 J/TH | Efficiency | 300,000.0 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 6,500.0 kg | Weight | 2,550.0 kg |
| 2,218 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 921 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Cryptonight | Algorithm | X11 |
| Baikal | Manufacturer | Baikal |
Profitability Comparison
Baikal BK-N240
Baikal Giant A900
Based on BTC price of $77,929 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Baikal Giant A900 wins on 3 of 3 factors (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score). The standout gap is 100% better efficiency (1,354,166,667 vs 300,000 J/TH) in the Baikal Giant A900's favour. 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 Baikal BK-N240 and Baikal Giant A900 sit on each measurable spec:
- Baikal Giant A900 187400% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Baikal Giant A900 58% better power draw (650 vs 270 W)
- Baikal Giant A900 100% better efficiency (1,354,166,667 vs 300,000 J/TH)
- Baikal Giant A900 61% better weight (6,500 vs 2,550 kg)
- Baikal BK-N240 141% more heat output (2,218 vs 921 BTU/hr)
- Baikal Giant A900 3% more home mining score (30.0 vs 31.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Baikal BK-N240 | Metric | Baikal Giant A900 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,499 |
| -$1.56 | Daily net profit | -$0.65 |
| -$569 | Net after 1 year | -$2,735 |
| -$1,139 | Net after 2 years | -$2,972 |
| -$1,708 | Net after 3 years | -$3,209 |
| — | 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 Giant A900Score: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Baikal Giant A900300,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Baikal BK-N240 or Baikal Giant A900 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Baikal Giant A900 is more profitable at $-0.65/day compared to $-1.56/day for the Baikal BK-N240. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Baikal BK-N240 or Baikal Giant A900?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Baikal BK-N240 vs Baikal Giant A900: which fits a residential setup better?
The Baikal Giant A900 scores 31/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Baikal BK-N240). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Baikal BK-N240 vs Baikal Giant A900: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Baikal BK-N240 runs at 1,354,166,666.7 J/TH while the Baikal Giant A900 runs at 300,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 1,353,866,666.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 100% better efficiency (1,354,166,667 vs 300,000 J/TH).