Elphapex DG2 Mini

Hashrate 2.4 GH/s Power 530 W Efficiency 220,833.3 J/TH

Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS

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

Elphapex DG2 Mini vs Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS

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

Specifications Comparison

Elphapex DG2 Mini	Specification	Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS
2.4 GH/s	Hashrate	810.0 MH/s
530 W	Power Consumption	500 W
220,833.3 J/TH	Efficiency	617,284.0 J/TH
45 dB	Noise Level	35 dB
4.5 kg	Weight	3.7 kg
1,808 BTU/hr	BTU Output	1,706 BTU/hr
58/100	Home Mining Score	69/100
—	Release Year	—
Scrypt	Algorithm	Scrypt
Elphapex	Manufacturer	Goldshell

Profitability Comparison

Electricity Rate:

$/kWh

Elphapex DG2 Mini

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00

Daily Electricity -$1.27

Daily Profit -$1.27

Monthly -$38.16

Yearly -$464.25

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

Run the numbers across every spec and the Elphapex DG2 Mini edges it: 3 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). Where it pulls away hardest is 196% 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. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.

Winner: Elphapex DG2 Mini — wins on 3 of 6 factors

Spec Deltas

The Elphapex DG2 Mini and Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":

Elphapex DG2 Mini 196% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 6% better power draw (530 vs 500 W)
Elphapex DG2 Mini 64% better efficiency (220,833 vs 617,284 J/TH)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 22% better noise (45.0 vs 35.0 dB)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 18% better weight (4.5 vs 3.7 kg)
Elphapex DG2 Mini 6% more heat output (1,808 vs 1,706 BTU/hr)
Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS 19% more home mining score (58.0 vs 69.0)

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.

Elphapex DG2 Mini	Metric	Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS
$999	Upfront cost (MSRP)	$420
-$1.27	Daily net profit	-$1.20
-$1,463	Net after 1 year	-$858
-$1,927	Net after 2 years	-$1,296
-$2,392	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 DG2 Mini

220,833.3 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Elphapex DG2 Mini or Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS more profitable?

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 $-1.27/day for the Elphapex DG2 Mini. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Elphapex DG2 Mini or Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS?

The Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS is quieter at 35 dB compared to the Elphapex DG2 Mini at 45 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Elphapex DG2 Mini vs Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS: which fits a residential setup better?

The Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS scores 69/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 58/100 for the Elphapex DG2 Mini). 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 Elphapex DG2 Mini and Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS?

The Elphapex DG2 Mini runs at 220,833.3 J/TH while the Goldshell MINI DOGE III PLUS runs at 617,284.0 J/TH — a difference of 396,450.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 64% better efficiency (220,833 vs 617,284 J/TH).

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