Quick take: ETChash (Ethereum Classic’s mining algorithm) targets a ~13 s block time and a DAG that grows slowly (Thanos/ECIP-1099), extending support for lower-VRAM devices. For quiet home setups, Jasminer and iPollo minis are the usual starting points. (Ethereum Classic)
How to use this page
- Pick a device → read the full review.
- If you’re brand-new, start with Quiet Apartment Mining and Wi-Fi vs Ethernet to reduce stales.
- For math/expectations (solo vs pools), see Solo Mining Odds and Pools for Home Miners.
Quiet ETChash miners (curated)
| Model (link) | Typical Hashrate | Typical Power | Comfort note |
|---|---|---|---|
| JASMINER X16-Q | ~1.95 GH/s (vendor class) | ~600–630 W | Known for low noise in “quiet” profiles vs many ASICs. (Crypto Miner Bros, Jingle Mining) |
| iPollo V1 Mini Classic | ~130 MH/s (Wi-Fi) or 280 MH/s (Plus) | ~104–270 W | Truly “mini”; desk/closet friendly; check VRAM for coin support. (iPollo Store) |
| JASMINER X44-P | ~23.4 GH/s | ~2.3–2.6 kW | High throughput; placement & power planning required. (ASIC Prices, bt-miners.com) |
Note on block timing: ETC targets ~13 seconds per block; difficulty adjusts every block. Your steady-payout strategy (pool + low stales) matters more than “luck streaks.” (Ethereum Classic)
Beginner tips for ETChash at home
- Noise/heat planning: Even “quiet” servers output hundreds of watts—treat them like space heaters and follow Power & Safety (120V vs 240V).
- DAG size awareness: ETChash’s DAG grows more slowly than old Ethash, but VRAM still matters—check your device’s memory versus current DAG. Primer: ETC mining docs. (Ethereum Classic)
- Ethernet where possible: Keep stales <1%; read Wi-Fi vs Ethernet.
Further reading (authoritative)
- ETC block time & difficulty (official blog): https://ethereumclassic.org/blog/2023-03-15-the-ethereum-classic-mining-difficulty-adjustment-explained/ (Ethereum Classic)
- ETChash vs Ethash (ETC docs): https://ethereumclassic.org/mining/hardware/ (Ethereum Classic)
- iPollo V1 Mini Classic specs (official): https://ipollo.com/products/ipollo-v-mini-classic-wifi-version and Plus: https://ipollo.com/products/ipollo-v1-mini-classic-plus-wifi-version (iPollo Store)
- Jasminer X16-Q listings/spec echoes: https://www.cryptominerbros.com/product/jasminer-x16-q-ethereum-classic-miner/ and retailer listings. (Crypto Miner Bros)
- X44-P spec aggregators (cross-check before purchase): https://www.asicprices.com/en/miner/jasminer-x44-p (ASIC Prices)
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