StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro vs StrongU STU-U2
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro | Specification | StrongU STU-U2 |
|---|---|---|
| 84.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 7.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 1,600 W |
| 40.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 228.6 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 11,500.0 kg | Weight | 6,500.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 5,459 BTU/hr |
| 22/100 | Home Mining Score | 28/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | Blake2b |
| StrongU | Manufacturer | StrongU |
Profitability Comparison
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro
StrongU STU-U2
Based on BTC price of $78,124 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro wins on 2 of 4 factors (efficiency, hashrate). Its biggest concrete edge: 1100% more hashrate (84.0 vs 7.0 TH/s). That said, the StrongU STU-U2 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption and home mining score. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro and StrongU STU-U2 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro 1100% more hashrate (84.0 vs 7.0 TH/s)
- StrongU STU-U2 52% better power draw (3,360 vs 1,600 W)
- StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro 82% better efficiency (40.0 vs 228.6 J/TH)
- StrongU STU-U2 43% better weight (11,500 vs 6,500 kg)
- StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro 110% more heat output (11,464 vs 5,459 BTU/hr)
- StrongU STU-U2 27% more home mining score (22.0 vs 28.0)
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.
| StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro | Metric | StrongU STU-U2 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $499 |
| -$5.04 | Daily net profit | -$3.59 |
| -$1,841 | Net after 1 year | -$1,809 |
| -$3,682 | Net after 2 years | -$3,118 |
| -$5,523 | Net after 3 years | -$4,428 |
| — | 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
StrongU STU-U2Score: 28/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro or the StrongU STU-U2?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the StrongU STU-U2 is more profitable at $-3.59/day compared to $-5.04/day for the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro or StrongU STU-U2?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
For mining at home, should I pick the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro or the StrongU STU-U2?
The StrongU STU-U2 scores 28/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro). 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 StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro and StrongU STU-U2?
The StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro runs at 40.0 J/TH while the StrongU STU-U2 runs at 228.6 J/TH — a difference of 188.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 82% better efficiency (40.0 vs 228.6 J/TH).