StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro vs StrongU STU-U8
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro | Specification | StrongU STU-U8 |
|---|---|---|
| 84.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 46.0 TH/s |
| 3,360 W | Power Consumption | 2,100 W |
| 40.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 45.7 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | — |
| 11,500.0 kg | Weight | 8,200.0 kg |
| 11,464 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 7,165 BTU/hr |
| 22/100 | Home Mining Score | 26/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| StrongU | Manufacturer | StrongU |
Profitability Comparison
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro
StrongU STU-U8
Based on BTC price of $78,208 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro, which leads on 2 of 4 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate). Its biggest concrete edge: 83% more hashrate (84.0 vs 46.0 TH/s). The StrongU STU-U8 claws back ground on 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-U8 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro 83% more hashrate (84.0 vs 46.0 TH/s)
- StrongU STU-U8 38% better power draw (3,360 vs 2,100 W)
- StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro 12% better efficiency (40.0 vs 45.7 J/TH)
- StrongU STU-U8 29% better weight (11,500 vs 8,200 kg)
- StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro 60% more heat output (11,464 vs 7,165 BTU/hr)
- StrongU STU-U8 18% more home mining score (22.0 vs 26.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
StrongU STU-U8Score: 26/100. 0 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro vs StrongU STU-U8: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the StrongU STU-U8 is more profitable at $-3.38/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.
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro vs StrongU STU-U8: which runs at a lower noise level?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro vs StrongU STU-U8: which fits a residential setup better?
The StrongU STU-U8 scores 26/100 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.
StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro vs StrongU STU-U8: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The StrongU Hornbill H8 Pro runs at 40.0 J/TH while the StrongU STU-U8 runs at 45.7 J/TH — a difference of 5.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 12% better efficiency (40.0 vs 45.7 J/TH).