VOLCMINER D1 Pro vs Goldshell X5S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| VOLCMINER D1 Pro | Specification | Goldshell X5S |
|---|---|---|
| 18.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 1.4 GH/s |
| 3,500 W | Power Consumption | 1,850 W |
| 194,444.4 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,360,294.1 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 21.0 kg | Weight | 5,200.0 kg |
| 11,942 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 6,312 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 28/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Scrypt | Algorithm | Scrypt |
| VOLCMINER | Manufacturer | Goldshell |
Profitability Comparison
VOLCMINER D1 Pro
Goldshell X5S
Based on BTC price of $78,186 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the VOLCMINER D1 Pro comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 5 (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 1224% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s) in the VOLCMINER D1 Pro's favour. That said, the Goldshell X5S isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The VOLCMINER D1 Pro and Goldshell X5S diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- VOLCMINER D1 Pro 1224% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- Goldshell X5S 47% better power draw (3,500 vs 1,850 W)
- VOLCMINER D1 Pro 86% better efficiency (194,444 vs 1,360,294 J/TH)
- VOLCMINER D1 Pro 100% better weight (21.0 vs 5,200.0 kg)
- VOLCMINER D1 Pro 89% more heat output (11,942 vs 6,312 BTU/hr)
- VOLCMINER D1 Pro 29% more home mining score (36.0 vs 28.0)
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.
| VOLCMINER D1 Pro | Metric | Goldshell X5S |
|---|---|---|
| $7,850 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$8.40 | Daily net profit | -$4.44 |
| -$10,916 | Net after 1 year | -$1,621 |
| -$13,982 | Net after 2 years | -$3,241 |
| -$17,047 | Net after 3 years | -$4,862 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | — |
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
VOLCMINER D1 ProScore: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
VOLCMINER D1 Pro194,444.4 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
VOLCMINER D1 Pro vs Goldshell X5S: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Goldshell X5S is more profitable at $-4.44/day compared to $-8.40/day for the VOLCMINER D1 Pro. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
VOLCMINER D1 Pro vs Goldshell X5S: which runs at a lower noise level?
The VOLCMINER D1 Pro is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Goldshell X5S 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 Pro or the Goldshell X5S?
The VOLCMINER D1 Pro scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Goldshell X5S). 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 VOLCMINER D1 Pro and Goldshell X5S?
The VOLCMINER D1 Pro runs at 194,444.4 J/TH while the Goldshell X5S runs at 1,360,294.1 J/TH — a difference of 1,165,849.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 86% better efficiency (194,444 vs 1,360,294 J/TH).