The Bitaxe Gamma 601 and the Bitaxe Gamma GT801 (Gamma Turbo) are open-source Bitcoin ASIC miners for home use, designed for energy efficiency and ease of use. Both models are meant for users who want to mine themselves, without depending on large data centres. The GT801 is the first official release of the Bitaxe Gamma Turbo and succeeds the earlier GT 800 version. Although they come from the same product family, there are important differences in performance, power consumption and use case.
Specifications
| Feature | Bitaxe Gamma 601 | Bitaxe Gamma GT801 |
|---|---|---|
| ASIC chip | 1× BM1370 | 2× BM1370 (Antminer S21 Pro) |
| Hashrate | ~1.2 TH/s | ~2.4 TH/s |
| Power consumption | ~18 W | ~40 W |
| Efficiency | ~15 J/TH | ~17 J/TH |
| Noise level | 40 dB | 40 dB |
| Connectivity | WiFi | WiFi |
| Control | Web interface | Web interface |
| Target group | Beginners / solo miners | Home use with more hashrate |
Bitaxe Gamma 601
The Bitaxe Gamma 601 puts decentralised Bitcoin mining within reach. The miner uses a single BM1370 chip, the same chip generation as in the Antminer S21 Pro. With a hashrate of around 1.2 TH/s at a power consumption of about 18 watts (~15 J/TH), it is an ideal option for anyone who wants to contribute to the Bitcoin network on a small scale.
The Gamma 601 supports both solo mining and pool mining, with full control via an open-source web interface. Solo mining gives you the chance to find blocks on your own and receive the full block reward, including transaction fees. Although the chance is small, it offers a unique form of autonomy within the Bitcoin ecosystem.
This miner is aimed at users looking for a compact, quiet and economical solution for home or office, with minimal installation requirements.
Bitaxe Gamma GT801
The Bitaxe Gamma GT801 (Gamma Turbo) is the further development for those who want more computing power. This version uses two BM1370 chips (known from the Antminer S21 Pro) and delivers a hashrate of around 2.4 TH/s at a power consumption of approximately 40 watts. That gives it roughly twice the computing power of the 601, at a slightly higher consumption per TH/s (~17 J/TH).
At around 40 dB, the GT801 stays quiet enough for home use and has built-in WiFi and open-source firmware for easy configuration. Weighing approximately 0.7 kg and with a compact form factor, it fits well at home, in the office or in a small mining setup.
Want even more hashrate? Then also take a look at the Bitaxe GT801 Max, which reaches up to 3.6 TH/s at a power consumption of around 50 watts and has an overclock mode.
Ease of use and flexibility
Both miners run on open-source firmware and offer a web interface for monitoring, configuration and updates. The Bitaxe Gamma 601 focuses on minimalism and the lowest power consumption, while the Gamma GT801 adds extra computing power and still remains quiet and economical.
The miners are designed for hobbyists, developers and users who want insight into their mining process: not just to earn, but also to learn and experiment with Bitcoin technology.
Conclusion
Both models offer impressive performance for their size, but target different types of users:
- Bitaxe Gamma 601: compact, very economical (~18 W) and ideal for minimalist setups or solo miners.
- Bitaxe Gamma GT801: roughly twice the hashrate (~2.4 TH/s) and still quiet, perfect for home or office.
If you are looking for maximum simplicity and the lowest power consumption, choose the Gamma 601.
If you want more computing power in a quiet housing, choose the Gamma GT801.
Either way: Bitaxe proves that Bitcoin mining can be small, quiet and fully open source.
