Specifications Comparison
| iPollo V1 | Specification | iPollo V2 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6 GH/s | Hashrate | 10.0 GH/s |
| 3,100 W | Power Consumption | 1,500 W |
| 861,111.1 J/TH | Efficiency | 150,000.0 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 13,000.0 kg | Weight | 16.5 kg |
| 10,577 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 5,118 BTU/hr |
| 22/100 | Home Mining Score | 48/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| EtHash | Algorithm | EtHash |
| iPollo | Manufacturer | iPollo |
Profitability Comparison
iPollo V1
iPollo V2
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 iPollo V2, which leads on 5 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). Its biggest concrete edge: 83% better efficiency (861,111 vs 150,000 J/TH). That said, the iPollo V1 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins price-performance. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The iPollo V1 and iPollo V2 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- iPollo V2 178% more hashrate (0.0 vs 0.0 TH/s)
- iPollo V2 52% better power draw (3,100 vs 1,500 W)
- iPollo V2 83% better efficiency (861,111 vs 150,000 J/TH)
- iPollo V2 100% better weight (13,000.0 vs 16.5 kg)
- iPollo V1 107% more heat output (10,577 vs 5,118 BTU/hr)
- iPollo V2 118% more home mining score (22.0 vs 48.0)
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.
| iPollo V1 | Metric | iPollo V2 |
|---|---|---|
| $1,699 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $5,140 |
| -$7.44 | Daily net profit | -$3.60 |
| -$4,415 | Net after 1 year | -$6,454 |
| -$7,130 | Net after 2 years | -$7,768 |
| -$9,846 | Net after 3 years | -$9,082 |
| 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
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
iPollo V2Score: 48/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
iPollo V2150,000.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
iPollo V1 vs iPollo V2: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the iPollo V2 is more profitable at $-3.60/day compared to $-7.44/day for the iPollo V1. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
iPollo V1 vs iPollo V2: which runs at a lower noise level?
The iPollo V2 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the iPollo V1 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
iPollo V1 vs iPollo V2: which fits a residential setup better?
The iPollo V2 scores 48/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the iPollo V1). 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 iPollo V1 and iPollo V2?
The iPollo V1 runs at 861,111.1 J/TH while the iPollo V2 runs at 150,000.0 J/TH — a difference of 711,111.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 83% better efficiency (861,111 vs 150,000 J/TH).