Elphapex DG 2

Hashrate 20.0 GH/s Power 3,800 W Efficiency 190,000.0 J/TH

Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS

Hashrate 810.0 MH/s Power 500 W Efficiency 617,284.0 J/TH

Elphapex DG 2 vs Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS

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

Specifications Comparison

Elphapex DG 2	Specification	Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS
20.0 GH/s	Hashrate	810.0 MH/s
3,800 W	Power Consumption	500 W
190,000.0 J/TH	Efficiency	617,284.0 J/TH
75 dB	Noise Level	35 dB
18.3 kg	Weight	3.7 kg
12,966 BTU/hr	BTU Output	1,706 BTU/hr
30/100	Home Mining Score	69/100
—	Release Year	—
Scrypt	Algorithm	Scrypt
Elphapex	Manufacturer	Goldshell

Profitability Comparison

Electricity Rate:

$/kWh

Elphapex DG 2

Daily Revenue 0.00000001 BTC $0.00

Daily Electricity -$9.12

Daily Profit -$9.12

Monthly -$273.58

Yearly -$3,328.54

Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00

Daily Electricity -$1.20

Daily Profit -$1.20

Monthly -$36.00

Yearly -$437.99

Based on BTC price of $78,165 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Our scoring model gives the nod to the Elphapex DG 2, which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Its biggest concrete edge: 2369% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s). The Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: Elphapex DG 2 — wins on 3 of 6 factors

Spec Deltas

Here is every spec where the Elphapex DG 2 and Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS actually differ, with the gap quantified:

Elphapex DG 2 2369% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 87% better power draw (3,800 vs 500 W)
Elphapex DG 2 69% better efficiency (190,000 vs 617,284 J/TH)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 53% better noise (75.0 vs 35.0 dB)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 80% better weight (18.3 vs 3.7 kg)
Elphapex DG 2 660% more heat output (12,966 vs 1,706 BTU/hr)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 130% more home mining score (30.0 vs 69.0)

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.

Elphapex DG 2	Metric	Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS
$4,680	Upfront cost (MSRP)	$420
-$9.12	Daily net profit	-$1.20
-$8,009	Net after 1 year	-$858
-$11,337	Net after 2 years	-$1,296
-$14,666	Net after 3 years	-$1,734
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

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS

Score: 69/100. 35 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

Elphapex DG 2

190,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Elphapex DG 2 vs Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS: which one earns more per day?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS is more profitable at $-1.20/day compared to $-9.12/day for the Elphapex DG 2. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Is the Elphapex DG 2 or the Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS better for noise-sensitive spaces?

The Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS is quieter at 35 dB compared to the Elphapex DG 2 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

For mining at home, should I pick the Elphapex DG 2 or the Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS?

The Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS scores 69/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Elphapex DG 2). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.

How far apart are the Elphapex DG 2 and Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS on J/TH?

The Elphapex DG 2 runs at 190,000.0 J/TH while the Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS runs at 617,284.0 J/TH — a difference of 427,284.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 69% better efficiency (190,000 vs 617,284 J/TH).

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