VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) vs BW L21
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) | Specification | BW L21 |
|---|---|---|
| 16.2 GH/s | Hashrate | 550.0 MH/s |
| 3,700 W | Power Consumption | 950 W |
| 228,395.1 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,727,272.7 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 15.6 kg | Weight | 5,750.0 kg |
| 12,624 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 3,241 BTU/hr |
| 30/100 | Home Mining Score | 31/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Scrypt | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| VOLCMINER | Manufacturer | BW |
Profitability Comparison
VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh)
BW L21
Based on BTC price of $78,186 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) wins on 3 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate, noise level). Where it pulls away hardest is 2845% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s). The BW L21 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) and BW L21 sit on each measurable spec:
- VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) 2845% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- BW L21 74% better power draw (3,700 vs 950 W)
- VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) 87% better efficiency (228,395 vs 1,727,273 J/TH)
- VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) 100% better weight (15.6 vs 5,750.0 kg)
- VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) 289% more heat output (12,624 vs 3,241 BTU/hr)
- BW L21 3% more home mining score (30.0 vs 31.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
BW L21Score: 31/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh)228,395.1 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) vs BW L21: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the BW L21 is more profitable at $-2.28/day compared to $-8.88/day for the VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) vs BW L21: which runs at a lower noise level?
The VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) is quieter at 75 dB compared to the BW L21 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) or the BW L21?
The BW L21 scores 31/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) and BW L21 on J/TH?
The VOLCMINER D1 (16.2Gh) runs at 228,395.1 J/TH while the BW L21 runs at 1,727,272.7 J/TH — a difference of 1,498,877.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 87% better efficiency (228,395 vs 1,727,273 J/TH).